Perforating invasive mole masquerading as an ovarian tumour--case report

Med J Malaysia. 1991 Sep;46(3):255-8.

Abstract

An invasive mole causing uterine perforation is a rare occurrence. We describe below a case with an unusual presentation which was mistaken for an ovarian tumour. The difficulty in diagnosis and the need for a high index of suspicion is highlighted.

Publication types

  • Case Reports

MeSH terms

  • Choriocarcinoma / complications
  • Choriocarcinoma / pathology
  • Choriocarcinoma / therapy
  • Combined Modality Therapy
  • Diagnosis, Differential
  • Female
  • Humans
  • Hydatidiform Mole / complications*
  • Hydatidiform Mole / pathology
  • Hydatidiform Mole / therapy
  • Middle Aged
  • Ovarian Neoplasms / complications*
  • Ovarian Neoplasms / pathology
  • Ovarian Neoplasms / therapy
  • Pregnancy
  • Uterine Perforation / etiology*