[Early repeated abortions and karyotypes. A cytogenic study of 80 consecutive couples (author's transl)]

The authors report the results of a cystogenic study of 80 couples (160 individuals) who had early repeated abortions. A significant karyotype abnormality was found in 5 per cent of the partners. Where a translocation of 2 heterological chromosomes is found in a partner, the recommendations is to attempt an antenatal diagnostic. Once a couple have had 2 abortions karyotype investigation is absolutely indicated.