Question 147 · LEK · Gestational trophoblastic disease

Which of the following indicates a complete mole at ultrasound examination?

1) “snow-storm” image;
2) no fetus;
3) presence of theca lutein cysts;
4) presence of fetal echo with a visible heart action;
5) presence of the gestational sac with amniotic fluid.
The correct answer is:
  1. A. 1,2,3.
  2. B. 1,2,5.
  3. C. 1,3,5.
  4. D. 2,3,5.
  5. E. 3,4,5.
Hint

In a complete mole all the genetic material is paternal; consider whether any embryonic or fetal tissue can form.

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