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Indian Journal of Obstetrics and Gynecology 13(2):p 69-73, April - June 2025. | DOI: https://doi.org/10.21088/ijog.2321.1636.13225.4
Case Report
Invasive Mole Presenting as Ectopic Pregnancy: A Rare and LifeThreatening Case
Juhi Deshpande, Akansha Goel, Shantanu Mishra
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Indian Journal of Obstetrics and Gynecology 13(2):p 69-73, April - June 2025. | DOI: https://doi.org/10.21088/ijog.2321.1636.13225.4
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Akansha Goel, Juhi Deshpande et al. Invasive Mole Presenting as Ectopic Pregnancy: A Rare and Life-Threatening Case. Indian J Obstet Gynecol. 2025; 13(2): 69-73.Timeline
Received : March 31, 2025
Accepted : April 30, 2025
Published : June 30, 2025
Abstract
We report a rare case of invasive mole causing uterine rupture and massive hemoperitoneum, masquerading as ectopic pregnancy. A 22-year-old woman presented with severe abdominal pain and shock at 6 weeks gestation. Imaging suggested ectopic pregnancy, but laparotomy revealed 2000cc of hemoperitoneum and a perforated uterus with grape-like vesicles and active bleeding. Despite evacuation and devascularization, bleeding persisted, necessitating a life-saving total abdominal hysterectomy.
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Akansha Goel, Juhi Deshpande et al. Invasive Mole Presenting as Ectopic Pregnancy: A Rare and Life-Threatening Case. Indian J Obstet Gynecol. 2025; 13(2): 69-73.
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DOI: https://doi.org/10.21088/ijog.2321.1636.13225.4
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