EMAS position statement : Predictors of premature and early natural menopause
- Mishra, Gita D.
- Chung, Hsin-Fang
- Cano, Antonio
- Chedraui, Peter
- Goulis, Dimitrios G.
- Lopes, Patrice
- Mueck, Alfred
- Rees, Margaret
- Senturk, Levent M.
- Simoncini, Tommaso
- Stevenson, John C.
- Stute, Petra
- Tuomikoski, Pauliina
- Lambrinoudaki, Irene
DOIAbstract
Introduction: While the associations of genetic, reproductive and environmental factors with the timing of natural menopause have been extensively investigated, few epidemiological studies have specifically examined their association with premature (<40 years) or early natural menopause (40-45 years). Aim: The aim of this position statement is to provide evidence on the predictors of premature and early natural menopause, as well as recommendations for the management of premature and early menopause and future research. Materials and methods: Literature review and consensus of expert opinion. Results and conclusions: Strong genetic predictors of premature and early menopause include a family history of premature or early menopause, being a ...
Add to ORKG