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Complete hydatidiform mole

Case contributed by Maulik S Patel
Diagnosis almost certain

Presentation

4 months of amenorrhea followed by bleeding per vaginum

Patient Data

Age: 25 yrs
Gender: Female
ultrasound

Transvaginal ultrasound shows a multicystic intrauterine mass with increased vascularity. No associated fetal parts.

Cluster of grapes sign

Annotated image

Numerous small cystic spaces - the "cluster of grapes sign" is a typical feature of a molar pregnancy.

Case Discussion

This case shows typical features of complete hydatidiform mole.

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