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Published in: Journal of Assisted Reproduction and Genetics 5/2018

01-05-2018 | Genetics

A novel male 2;4;14 complex chromosomal translocation with normal semen parameters but 100% embryonic aneuploidy

Authors: Jade Mas, Reem Sabouni, Silvina Bocca

Published in: Journal of Assisted Reproduction and Genetics | Issue 5/2018

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Abstract

We report a case of a couple with a history of six spontaneous miscarriages in which a novel complex chromosomal rearrangement was detected in the male partner who had a totally normal semen analysis. Preimplantation genetic testing of their embryos demonstrated 100% aneuploidy.
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Metadata
Title
A novel male 2;4;14 complex chromosomal translocation with normal semen parameters but 100% embryonic aneuploidy
Authors
Jade Mas
Reem Sabouni
Silvina Bocca
Publication date
01-05-2018
Publisher
Springer US
Published in
Journal of Assisted Reproduction and Genetics / Issue 5/2018
Print ISSN: 1058-0468
Electronic ISSN: 1573-7330
DOI
https://doi.org/10.1007/s10815-018-1126-4

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