DOI: 10.36347/sjmcr.2017.v05i09.001

Pages: 517-520

A chorangioma is a non-neoplastic, hamartoma-like growth in the placenta consisting of blood vessels. Placentalchorioangioma is the most common type of placental tumor. It is usually symptomless and may be associated with serious maternal and fetal complication when it reaches a large size. We presented a case of fibrous type of placental hemangioma diagnosed during second trimester of pregnancy on routine ultrasound. Macroscopic and microscopic examination of the placenta confirmed the diagnosis. Despite the rarity of placental tumors, they should be considered as differential diagnosis. The presented case of chorangioma is interesting for two reasons. Its presence and size were not related to a pregnancy disorders or developmental anomalies of the fetus. This tumor can be used as a model for research on the genesis of vascular diseases.