The older the woman, the more likely it is that a gestational complication will occur.
For example, older women are at greater risk of high blood pressure, diabetes, miscarriage, premature birth or Down's syndrome.
Read the full article on: Pregnancy over the age of 40 – the options and associated risks ( 73).
By Andrea Rodrigo B.Sc., M.Sc. (embryologist), Marta Barranquero Gómez B.Sc., M.Sc. (embryologist), Paula Fabra Roca M.D., M.Sc. (gynecologist), Rebeca Reus BSc, MSc (embryologist), Zaira Salvador B.Sc., M.Sc. (embryologist), Romina Packan (invitra staff) and Michelle Lorraine Embleton B.Sc. Ph.D. (biochemist).
Last Update: 04/18/2023
