The topic Gestational Trophoblastic Neoplasia (GTN) you are seeking is a synonym, or alternative name, or is closely related to the medical condition Gestational Trophoblastic Tumors.

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• Gestational Trophoblastic Tumors are a group of rare, pregnancy-related tumors
• The cells that form these tumors are called trophoblasts and these cells normally form the placenta during pregnancy (placenta is an organ that provides nutrition to the fetus during pregnancy). The abnormal growth of these trophoblastic cells result in Gestational Trophoblastic Tumors
• Some such tumor type are benign, while others are malignant with potential to spread and metastasize to other distant organs in the body
• The main types of Gestational Trophoblastic Tumors include:
  • Hydatidiform mole
  • Invasive mole        
  • Choriocarcinoma
  • Placental-site trophoblastic tumor
  • Epithelioid trophoblastic tumor
• The condition generally affects women in their childbearing age. Also, women under the age of 20 and over 35 are at a higher risk for Gestational Trophoblastic Tumors
• Women with a history of one or more molar pregnancies should consult their healthcare provider to understand about the risk of future molar pregnancies
• Common signs and symptoms associated with Gestational Trophoblastic Tumors include vaginal bleeding, excessively enlarged uterus, severe nausea and vomiting. The condition may be diagnosed through a complete physical examination, checking beta-hCG levels, and by an abdominal ultrasound scan
• In most cases, a surgical removal of the tumor is the most effective treatment. All forms of Gestational Trophoblastic Tumors can be treated and generally an effective treatment results in a complete cure
• The prognosis for Gestational Trophoblastic Tumors is excellent with appropriate treatment

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