Chromosomal abnormalities in women with premature ovarian failure

Abstract

Premature ovarian failure is a complex disorder that results in the early loss of ovarian function; however this disease must be separated from early menopause because these patients can sporadically ovulate and in literature are described pregnancies. The aetiology and the patho-physiology of premature ovarian failure are still matter of debate, but is commonly accepted that genetic factors play an important role. This review is aimed to present an overview of known inherited factor implied in the pathogenesis of this disorder to help physician in the counselling of affected pregnant women.

Keywords:

• Assisted reproductive technology
• infertility
• premature ovarian failure
• chromosomal abnormalities
• pregnancy

Declaration of interest: The authors report no conflicts of interest. The authors alone are responsible for the content and writing of the paper.