HYDATID MOLES Meaning and
Definition
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Hydatid moles, also known as hydatidiform moles or molar pregnancies, are abnormal growths that form inside the uterus during early pregnancy. They are characterized by the development of abnormal tissue instead of a normal fetus. Hydatid moles are rare, occurring in approximately 1 in every 1,000 pregnancies.
The abnormal tissue in hydatid moles typically develops from the placenta, the organ responsible for providing oxygen and nutrients to the developing fetus. The abnormal tissue can take two forms: complete hydatidiform mole or partial hydatidiform mole.
Complete hydatidiform moles occur when a sperm fertilizes an empty egg, leading to the development of an abnormal placenta with no fetus. These moles contain no fetal tissue and may display a distinctive grape-like appearance due to the presence of cysts filled with fluid.
Partial hydatidiform moles occur when an abnormal sperm fertilizes a normal egg, resulting in the development of some fetal tissue along with the abnormal placenta. In partial hydatidiform moles, there is often an excessive growth of the placenta, but the fetus is usually not viable.
Diagnosis of hydatid moles usually involves ultrasound imaging and measurement of hCG (human chorionic gonadotropin) levels, a hormone typically present during pregnancy. Treatment usually involves the surgical removal of the abnormal tissue to avoid potential complications such as the development of persistent trophoblastic disease or the transformation into choriocarcinoma, a rare form of cancer.
In summary, hydatid moles are abnormal growths that occur during early pregnancy, characterized by the development of abnormal placental tissue instead of a viable fetus. They require prompt diagnosis and treatment to avoid potential complications.
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Etymology of HYDATID MOLES
The word "hydatid" comes from the Greek word "hudatidēs", which means "watery" or "containing water". The term "moles" refers to a mass or lump.
In medical terminology, "hydatid moles" specifically refer to hydropic moles or hydatidiform moles, which are abnormal growths in the uterus during pregnancy. These growths are characterized by the formation of fluid-filled sacs instead of a normal fetus, hence the use of the term "hydatid" to describe the watery nature of these moles.
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