Choriocarcinoma During Pregnancy

What is choriocarcinoma?

Gestational choriocarcinoma is a rare type of tumor primarily affecting pregnant women, and it falls under the category of gestational trophoblastic disease (GTD).

What Causes choriocarcinoma?

Choriocarcinoma develops when cells that would typically form the placenta during a normal pregnancy undergo a malignant transformation.

Symptoms of choriocarcinoma

1. Continued Vaginal Bleeding : Persistent vaginal bleeding after a molar pregnancy, miscarriage, abortion, or ectopic pregnancy. This bleeding may include blood clots or a watery brown discharge.

Symptoms of choriocarcinoma

2. Abnormal Tissue Discharge: Unusual tissue discharge may be a sign of choriocarcinoma.

Symptoms of choriocarcinoma

3.  Pelvic Pain or Discomfort: Experience pelvic pain or discomfort, which could be indicative of underlying issues.

Symptoms of choriocarcinoma

4. hCG Levels: Elevated hCG (human chorionic gonadotropin) levels do not return to normal after the conclusion of a pregnancy.