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Archives of Gynecology and Obstetrics
Published in: Archives of Gynecology and Obstetrics 4/2007

01-04-2007 | Case Report

Gestational trophoblastic disease following in vitro fertilization

Authors: Xiaoyan Huang, Hongwei Wang, Xiaofeng Zhao, Xiaoxian Xu, Qiubo Chen

Published in: Archives of Gynecology and Obstetrics | Issue 4/2007

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Abstract

Background

Gestational trophoblastic disease (GTD) after fertility therapy seems to be a rare complication despite the widespread use of these treatments. Despite embryos derived from normally fertilized oocytes were transferred, molar pregnancies still occurring.

Cases

Two patients underwent first cycle of in vitro fertilization (IVF) for management of infertility related to tubal obstruction. GTD was diagnosed by histopathology.

Conclusion

It is unlikely that this complication is directly related to the technique of IVF itself but rather the characteristics of women and the partner attending for assisted conception make them more at risk of molar pregnancies. The management includes prompt curettage and regular follow-up.
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Metadata
Title
Gestational trophoblastic disease following in vitro fertilization
Authors
Xiaoyan Huang
Hongwei Wang
Xiaofeng Zhao
Xiaoxian Xu
Qiubo Chen
Publication date
01-04-2007
Publisher
Springer-Verlag
Published in
Archives of Gynecology and Obstetrics / Issue 4/2007
Print ISSN: 0932-0067
Electronic ISSN: 1432-0711
DOI
https://doi.org/10.1007/s00404-006-0230-3

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