Recurrent triploidy of maternal origin

Eur J Hum Genet. 2003 Dec;11(12):972-4. doi: 10.1038/sj.ejhg.5201076.

Abstract

Triploidy is the most frequent chromosome aberration in first trimester spontaneous abortions. In contrast to aneuploidies due to nondisjunction, increased maternal age is not a risk factor and the mechanism of triploidy remains poorly understood. To date, recurrence of triploidy of maternal origin has been described only in a few families suggesting some underlying genetic factors. Here, we report on a woman who underwent three consecutive triploid pregnancies, in two of which maternal origin of triploidy was proved by molecular analysis.

MeSH terms

  • Abortion, Habitual
  • Adult
  • Female
  • Genomic Imprinting*
  • Humans
  • Polyploidy*
  • Pregnancy