Hydatid Mole (Noun)
Meaning
An abnormality during pregnancy; chorionic villi around the fetus degenerate and form clusters of fluid-filled sacs; usually associated with the death of the fetus.
Classification
Nouns denoting natural processes.
Examples
- A hydatid mole is a rare abnormality that occurs during pregnancy, where the chorionic villi degenerate and form clusters of fluid-filled sacs.
- The doctor suspected a hydatid mole when the ultrasound revealed a mass of grape-like structures in the uterus, instead of a normal fetus.
- After a few weeks of severe morning sickness, Sarah was diagnosed with a hydatid mole, which explained her symptoms and the lack of fetal movement.
- In some cases, a hydatid mole can develop into a type of cancer called choriocarcinoma, which was a concern for Emily's doctor after her diagnosis.
- The presence of a hydatid mole is usually associated with the death of the fetus, and a dilation and curettage (D&C) procedure is often necessary to remove the abnormal tissue.