Recurrent Miscarriage Details

Recurrent miscarriage also referred to as Recurrent Pregnancy Loss, is defined as 3 or more consecutive, spontaneous pregnancy losses. Approximately 20 percent of pregnancies end in miscarriage, which is defined as the loss of a pregnancy before 20 weeks of gestation. Most miscarriages occur within the first 12 weeks of gestation. When miscarriage occurs this frequently, there may be underlying causes such as genetic factors, an abnormally shaped uterus, uterine fibroids, or scar tissue in the uterus which may hinder implantation or growth of the fetus. Hormonal imbalances or illnesses such as diabetes or immune system abnormalities may increase the miscarriage rate.