Navigating obstetric enigma: Placenta accreta spectrum masquerading as gestational trophoblastic neoplasia

Placenta accreta spectrum (PAS) represents a complex obstetric condition characterised by the abnormal invasion of anchoring villi and trophoblast into the myometrium. This case report explores two instances where the diagnosis of PAS was overlooked during antenatal care leading to significant complications during conservative management. Both patients presented with heavy menstrual bleeding and raised beta human chorionic gonadotrophin (β-hCG), mimicking gestational trophoblastic disease. The report delves into the clinical presentations, diagnostic challenges, and outcomes of two cases, shedding light on the importance of effective communication and follow-up in the management of PAS.

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Tropical Doctor
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2024-12-26
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https://doi.org/10.1177/00494755241306171
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Maternal and fetal healthcare
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Navigating obstetric enigma: Placenta accreta spectrum masquerading as gestational trophoblastic neoplasia

Anita Yadav, Medha Davile, Shuchita Mundle, Avantika Gupta
Tropical Doctor
Maternal and fetal healthcare
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Navigating obstetric enigma: Placenta accreta spectrum masquerading as gestational trophoblastic neoplasia

Anita Yadav, Medha Davile, Shuchita Mundle, Avantika Gupta
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Abstract

Placenta accreta spectrum (PAS) represents a complex obstetric condition characterised by the abnormal invasion of anchoring villi and trophoblast into the myometrium. This case report explores two instances where the diagnosis of PAS was overlooked during antenatal care leading to significant complications during conservative management. Both patients presented with heavy menstrual bleeding and raised beta human chorionic gonadotrophin (β-hCG), mimicking gestational trophoblastic disease. The report delves into the clinical presentations, diagnostic challenges, and outcomes of two cases, shedding light on the importance of effective communication and follow-up in the management of PAS.

Tropical DoctorVol. 55(2)
All India Institute of Medical Sciences Bhopal (IN), All India Institute of Medical Sciences, Nagpur (IN)
Good health and well-being
Openalex Percentile: Top 63%
Maternal and fetal healthcare
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