Weight loss surgery can be a double-edged sword for obese women who want to lose weight before they become pregnant. New studies show that the risk of some complications is reduced, but the risk of other complications may be increased.
Investigators tracked more than 20,000 women in California who became pregnant between 2007 and 2018. Of these, 9.3% underwent weight loss surgery before pregnancy.
Weight loss surgery was associated with: The risk of pre-eclampsia (blood pressure problems during pregnancy) was reduced by 47%. And 40% reduction in risk Gestational diabetes. The risk of having a baby much larger than the average gestational age has been reduced by 76%. The risk of fluid and membrane infections surrounding the baby in the womb has been reduced by 55% and the risk of caesarean section has been reduced by 35% [Read more…] about Weight-loss surgery lowers many pregnancy complications, raises others
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