Particularities of pregnancy in obese women - WHAT ARE THE RISKS? WHAT PRECAUTIONS SHOULD BE TAKEN?

Obesity is a major public health problem. Its impact on pregnant patients is also a cause for concern, due to the numerous maternal and fetal complications.Following this case-control study comparing 209 obese women (BMI >= 30 kg/m²)versus 209 non-obese women (BMI < 30 kg/m²), we retained the following findings: - The course of the current pregnancy was marked by a higher risk of gestational diabetes dysgravidia and preeclampsia in obese women.- In obese women, we found a higher frequency of induction of labor, direction of labor and mechanical dystocia. - Obesity in pregnant women increases the risk of both maternal and neonatal complications. These data justify specific management of the obese patient before and during pregnancy.

About the author

Dhekra Toumi: Professore associato; Centro di maternità e neonatologia di Monastir - Tunisia.Malak Medemagh : Residente ; Centro di maternità e neonatologia di Monastir - Tunisia.

Product details

• Authors: Malak Medemagh, Dhekra Toumi
• Publisher: Our Knowledge Publishing
• Languages: English
• Product format: Paperback / Softback
• Released: 28.08.2023
• EAN: 9786206308485
• ISBN: 9786206308485
• No. of pages: 72
• Subject: Natural sciences, medicine, IT, technology > Medicine > General