Recurrent Miscarriages

Recurrent early miscarriages (within the first trimester) are most commonly due to genetic or chromosomal problems of the embryo, with 50-80% of spontaneous losses having abnormal chromosomal numbers. Structural problems of the uterus can also play a role in early miscarriage.

Most miscarriages (about 60%) occur randomly when an embryo receives an abnormal number of chromosomes during fertilization. This type of genetic problem happens by chance; there are certain medical conditions e.g. TORCH infection, some type of antibodies that causes it. However, it becomes more common in women of increased reproductive age.