First-trimester pregnancy loss: The last frontier in maternal fetal medicine

Presentation

First-trimester pregnancy loss remains one of the most common yet least understood complications of pregnancy, affecting millions of women worldwide. While many cases are attributed to chromosomal abnormalities, growing evidence suggests that maternal cardiovascular health, immune regulation, endocrine factors, thrombophilia, genetics, and early placental development play a crucial role in determining pregnancy viability.

In this masterclass, we will explore recurrent and sporadic miscarriage through the lens of modern Maternal-Fetal Medicine, reviewing the latest scientific advances in embryonic and placental biology, risk assessment, diagnostic strategies, and emerging preventive interventions.

Participants will gain practical insights into the evaluation and management of women with early pregnancy loss and discover how new biomarkers, ultrasound technologies, and precision medicine approaches are reshaping clinical practice.

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Date:  July 20th 2026

Language : English English

  • Start date and duration

    Date of the Masterclass: July 20, 2026

  • Organization:

    Fetal Medicine Barcelona

    Speakers: Elisa Llurba & Cristina Trilla
    Moderator: Monica Cruz

    Contact Information:

    Via WhatsApp at (+34)692 90 45 39
    By email: hlopez@fetalmedicinebarcelona.org
    Calle de Berlín, 11, 08014 Barcelona, Spain

    • Understand the current epidemiology and causes of first-trimester pregnancy loss.
    • Differentiate sporadic miscarriage from recurrent pregnancy loss.
    • Review the role of genetics, thrombophilia, endocrine disorders, immunity, and maternal health.
    • Explore the concept of early placental dysfunction as a potential mechanism of pregnancy loss.
    • Discuss evidence-based diagnostic work-up and treatment strategies.
    • Examine future directions in precision Maternal-Fetal Medicine and reproductive prevention.
  • Obstetricians, gynecologists, maternal-fetal medicine specialists, reproductive medicine