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{{Infobox medical condition | |||
| name = Poor ovarian reserve | |||
| synonyms = Diminished ovarian reserve, Low ovarian reserve | |||
| field = [[Reproductive endocrinology]] | |||
| symptoms = [[Infertility]], [[irregular menstruation]], [[amenorrhea]] | |||
| complications = [[Infertility]], [[early menopause]] | |||
| onset = Typically in women over 35, but can occur earlier | |||
| duration = Chronic | |||
| causes = [[Aging]], [[genetic factors]], [[autoimmune disorders]], [[chemotherapy]], [[radiation therapy]] | |||
| risks = [[Advanced maternal age]], [[family history]], [[smoking]], [[endometriosis]] | |||
| diagnosis = [[Antral follicle count]], [[Anti-Müllerian hormone]] (AMH) test, [[Follicle-stimulating hormone]] (FSH) test | |||
| differential = [[Polycystic ovary syndrome]], [[hypothalamic amenorrhea]], [[premature ovarian insufficiency]] | |||
| treatment = [[In vitro fertilization]] (IVF), [[ovarian stimulation]], [[egg donation]] | |||
| medication = [[Clomiphene citrate]], [[gonadotropins]] | |||
| frequency = Affects approximately 10% of women | |||
}} | |||
'''Poor ovarian reserve''' is a condition characterized by a decreased number of [[oocytes]] in a woman's [[ovaries]], or a reduced quality of the remaining oocytes. This condition is often associated with [[infertility]] and early [[menopause]]. | '''Poor ovarian reserve''' is a condition characterized by a decreased number of [[oocytes]] in a woman's [[ovaries]], or a reduced quality of the remaining oocytes. This condition is often associated with [[infertility]] and early [[menopause]]. | ||
==Definition== | ==Definition== | ||
Poor ovarian reserve is defined by the diminished potential of the ovaries to produce [[egg cells]] that are capable of fertilization resulting in a healthy and successful pregnancy. This condition is different from [[ovarian failure]] where the ovaries completely stop functioning before the natural age of menopause. | Poor ovarian reserve is defined by the diminished potential of the ovaries to produce [[egg cells]] that are capable of fertilization resulting in a healthy and successful pregnancy. This condition is different from [[ovarian failure]] where the ovaries completely stop functioning before the natural age of menopause. | ||
==Causes== | ==Causes== | ||
The causes of poor ovarian reserve can be many and varied. They include [[genetic disorders]], certain medical treatments such as [[chemotherapy]] or [[radiation therapy]], [[autoimmune diseases]], and [[endometriosis]]. Age is also a significant factor, as the number and quality of oocytes naturally decrease as a woman gets older. | The causes of poor ovarian reserve can be many and varied. They include [[genetic disorders]], certain medical treatments such as [[chemotherapy]] or [[radiation therapy]], [[autoimmune diseases]], and [[endometriosis]]. Age is also a significant factor, as the number and quality of oocytes naturally decrease as a woman gets older. | ||
==Diagnosis== | ==Diagnosis== | ||
The diagnosis of poor ovarian reserve is typically made based on a woman's age, her [[ovarian]] function, and the results of [[hormone]] tests. These tests often include measurements of [[follicle-stimulating hormone]] (FSH), [[estradiol]], and [[anti- | The diagnosis of poor ovarian reserve is typically made based on a woman's age, her [[ovarian]] function, and the results of [[hormone]] tests. These tests often include measurements of [[follicle-stimulating hormone]] (FSH), [[estradiol]], and [[anti-Müllerian hormone]] (AMH). | ||
==Treatment== | ==Treatment== | ||
Treatment for poor ovarian reserve is focused on addressing the underlying cause, if known, and improving the chances of pregnancy. This may involve [[fertility treatments]] such as [[in vitro fertilization]] (IVF) or [[ovarian stimulation]]. In some cases, [[donor eggs]] may be used. | Treatment for poor ovarian reserve is focused on addressing the underlying cause, if known, and improving the chances of pregnancy. This may involve [[fertility treatments]] such as [[in vitro fertilization]] (IVF) or [[ovarian stimulation]]. In some cases, [[donor eggs]] may be used. | ||
==Prognosis== | ==Prognosis== | ||
The prognosis for women with poor ovarian reserve varies widely and depends on many factors, including the woman's age, the severity of the condition, and the success of treatment. | The prognosis for women with poor ovarian reserve varies widely and depends on many factors, including the woman's age, the severity of the condition, and the success of treatment. | ||
==See also== | ==See also== | ||
* [[Ovarian aging]] | * [[Ovarian aging]] | ||
* [[Premature ovarian failure]] | * [[Premature ovarian failure]] | ||
* [[Diminished ovarian reserve]] | * [[Diminished ovarian reserve]] | ||
[[Category:Gynecology]] | [[Category:Gynecology]] | ||
[[Category:Infertility]] | [[Category:Infertility]] | ||
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Latest revision as of 01:57, 4 April 2025
| Poor ovarian reserve | |
|---|---|
| Synonyms | Diminished ovarian reserve, Low ovarian reserve |
| Pronounce | N/A |
| Specialty | N/A |
| Symptoms | Infertility, irregular menstruation, amenorrhea |
| Complications | Infertility, early menopause |
| Onset | Typically in women over 35, but can occur earlier |
| Duration | Chronic |
| Types | N/A |
| Causes | Aging, genetic factors, autoimmune disorders, chemotherapy, radiation therapy |
| Risks | Advanced maternal age, family history, smoking, endometriosis |
| Diagnosis | Antral follicle count, Anti-Müllerian hormone (AMH) test, Follicle-stimulating hormone (FSH) test |
| Differential diagnosis | Polycystic ovary syndrome, hypothalamic amenorrhea, premature ovarian insufficiency |
| Prevention | N/A |
| Treatment | In vitro fertilization (IVF), ovarian stimulation, egg donation |
| Medication | Clomiphene citrate, gonadotropins |
| Prognosis | N/A |
| Frequency | Affects approximately 10% of women |
| Deaths | N/A |
Poor ovarian reserve is a condition characterized by a decreased number of oocytes in a woman's ovaries, or a reduced quality of the remaining oocytes. This condition is often associated with infertility and early menopause.
Definition[edit]
Poor ovarian reserve is defined by the diminished potential of the ovaries to produce egg cells that are capable of fertilization resulting in a healthy and successful pregnancy. This condition is different from ovarian failure where the ovaries completely stop functioning before the natural age of menopause.
Causes[edit]
The causes of poor ovarian reserve can be many and varied. They include genetic disorders, certain medical treatments such as chemotherapy or radiation therapy, autoimmune diseases, and endometriosis. Age is also a significant factor, as the number and quality of oocytes naturally decrease as a woman gets older.
Diagnosis[edit]
The diagnosis of poor ovarian reserve is typically made based on a woman's age, her ovarian function, and the results of hormone tests. These tests often include measurements of follicle-stimulating hormone (FSH), estradiol, and anti-Müllerian hormone (AMH).
Treatment[edit]
Treatment for poor ovarian reserve is focused on addressing the underlying cause, if known, and improving the chances of pregnancy. This may involve fertility treatments such as in vitro fertilization (IVF) or ovarian stimulation. In some cases, donor eggs may be used.
Prognosis[edit]
The prognosis for women with poor ovarian reserve varies widely and depends on many factors, including the woman's age, the severity of the condition, and the success of treatment.
See also[edit]
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