Molar pregnancy - Learn more
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A molar pregnancy occurs when the pregnancy develops abnormally, forming a mass of tissue inside the uterus. It is sometimes also known as a hydatidiform mole. There is usually a period of monitoring hormone levels following a molar pregnancy.
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