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Invasive mole and choriocarcinoma

Treatment for invasive mole and choriocarcinoma

Your treatment depends on several factors. The main treatment for invasive mole or choriocarcinoma is chemotherapy. Some women may have surgery.

Treatment options for invasive mole and choriocarcinoma

Your healthcare team will discuss your treatment with you. This is based on your stage, your symptoms and risk score.

Cancer drug treatment for invasive mole and choriocarcinoma

The main treatment for invasive mole and choriocarcinoma is chemotherapy. Some women might have immunotherapy drugs.

Follow up for invasive mole and choriocarcinoma

You will be closely monitored with blood and urine tests during and after your treatment. This is to check the levels of human gonadotrophic hormone (hCG).

Last reviewed: 19 Sept 2025

Next review due: 19 Sept 2028

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