Abstract
There is a higher incidence of infertility, chromosomal aberrations, poor results of in vitro fertilization, ectopic pregnancies, spontaneous abortion, preeclampsia, placenta previa, gestational diabetes mellitus, caesarean section, chronic diseases with higher rates of admission into intensive care units, and a higher rate of maternal mortality among women who delay pregnancy into advanced age. This is mainly due to socioeconomic causes as well as the increased use of contraceptives. Problems due to advanced maternal age arise also with egg donations. Only chromosome aberrations are related to the age of the donor. Paternal age also appears to play a significant role in the outcome of the pregnancy. However, opinions vary in the literature available. Counseling the couples should be addressed.
Highlights
What are the new findings? ► In older mothers we have fertility problems, problems with chronic diseases and the age of the father influence the morbidity of the child
There are several problems which occur in conception, pregnancy and birth
The question whether the age of the father is relevant for the outcome of the pregnancy is pertinent as well
Summary
What are the new findings? ► In older mothers we have fertility problems, problems with chronic diseases and the age of the father influence the morbidity of the child. Pregnancy in advanced age of mothers and fathers. ► In older mothers we have fertility problems, problems with chronic diseases and the age of the father influence the morbidity of the child.
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