Ultrasonographic study of trophoblastic neoplasms. A report of 185 cases
Fang, Y.X.; Kong, Q.Y.
Zhonghua Fu Chan Ke Za Zhi 26(1): 28-30 61
1991
ISSN/ISBN: 0529-567X PMID: 1848499 Document Number: 386440
B-scan ultrasonography was used in 94 cases of hydatidiform mole (benign group), 62 cases of invasive mole and 29 cases of choriocarcinoma (malignant group). A correct diagnosis was made in 91.5% of cases of the benign group and 91.3% of the malignant group. Chemotherapy was given to all patients with invasive mole or choriocarcinoma, and hysterectomy was done in 47 cases after chemotherapy. During chemotherapy a gradual regression of the intramural lesions was demonstrated by ultrasonography with fall of hCG titer. The authors suggest that the B-scan ultrasonography is a safe and useful method in monitoring the response of the trophoblastic tumors to chemotherapy.