Hormonal causes of recurrent pregnancy loss (RPL)

Hormones (Athens). 2014 Jul-Sep;13(3):314-22. doi: 10.14310/horm.2002.1505.

Abstract

Endocrine disorders play a major role in approximately 8% to 12% of recurrent pregnancy loss (RPL). Indeed, the local hormonal milieu is crucial in both embryo attachment and early pregnancy. Endocrine abnormalities, including thyroid disorders, luteal phase defects, polycystic ovary syndrome, hyperprolactinaemia and diabetes have to be evaluated in any case of RPL. Moreover, elevated androgen levels and some endocrinological aspects of endometriosis are also factors contributing to RPL. In the present article, we review the significance of endocrine disease on RPL.

Publication types

  • Review

MeSH terms

  • Abortion, Habitual / etiology*
  • Abortion, Habitual / metabolism
  • Animals
  • Biomarkers / metabolism
  • Endocrine System Diseases / complications*
  • Endocrine System Diseases / metabolism
  • Female
  • Hormones / metabolism*
  • Pregnancy
  • Progesterone / metabolism
  • Prognosis
  • Prolactin / metabolism
  • Risk Assessment
  • Risk Factors
  • Thyroid Hormones / metabolism

Substances

  • Biomarkers
  • Hormones
  • Thyroid Hormones
  • Progesterone
  • Prolactin