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  • Human Genetics
  • Reproductive Medicine
  • Clinical Cytogenetics

Background:

  • Chromosomal polymorphisms are variations in chromosome structure that can affect reproductive health.
  • Understanding the link between these variations and reproductive abnormalities is crucial for diagnosis and treatment.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To investigate the correlation between chromosomal polymorphisms and various reproductive abnormalities in a large patient cohort.
  • To compare reproductive outcomes between individuals with chromosomal polymorphisms and a control group.

Main Methods:

  • A retrospective analysis of 21,916 infertility patients was conducted.
  • Patients were categorized into a chromosomal polymorphism group (n=2227) and a control group (n=2245) with normal karyotypes.
  • Clinical data, including miscarriage history, reproductive development, fetal anomalies, and sperm quality, were statistically compared.

Main Results:

  • A 10.16% detection rate of chromosomal polymorphisms was observed.
  • Female carriers showed significantly higher rates of spontaneous abortion, fetal anomalies, and uterine abnormalities.
  • Male carriers exhibited increased rates of partner spontaneous abortion, fetal anomalies, compromised sperm quality, testicular underdevelopment, and hypogonadotropic hypogonadism.

Conclusions:

  • Chromosomal polymorphisms are associated with a negative impact on reproductive health.
  • These variations may contribute to spontaneous abortions, fetal anomalies, and reduced sperm quality in males.
  • Further clinical investigation into the effects of chromosomal polymorphisms is warranted.