Increased maternal cardiovascular mortality associated with pregnancy in women with Turner syndrome

Fertil Steril. 2006 Nov;86(5 Suppl 1):S127-8. doi: 10.1016/j.fertnstert.2006.08.082.

Abstract

In women with Turner syndrome, the risk for aortic dissection or rupture during pregnancy may be 2% or higher, and the risk of death during pregnancy is increased as much as 100-fold.

Publication types

  • Practice Guideline

MeSH terms

  • Cardiovascular Abnormalities / diagnosis
  • Donor Selection
  • Female
  • Humans
  • Maternal Mortality*
  • Oocyte Donation
  • Pregnancy
  • Pregnancy Complications*
  • Pregnancy Complications, Cardiovascular / mortality*
  • Turner Syndrome / complications*