Associations between maternal overweight and obesity with cesarean section delivery in Middle East and North Africa region: a systematic review, meta-analysis, and attributable risk.

ABSTRACT:

Background

Over the past 30 years, the global use of cesarean section (CS) has increased significantly, surpassing the recommended population-based rate of 10-15%. Increased maternal weight is a major factor for cesarean section (CS) delivery.

Objective

This systematic review and meta-analysis assessed the association between maternal overweight/obesity and CS delivery, estimating the proportion of CS deliveries attributable to excess maternal weight in Middle East and North Africa (MENA) countries.

Methods

Electronic databases (PubMed, Scopus, Embase, CINAHL, Web of Science, and Cochrane) were searched for studies published between Jan 2000 and Nov 2024 in MENA countries. Two authors reviewed studies and extracted data. Subgroup analyses examined obesity class (I-III

SUBMITTER: Al-Omari B 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC12817465 | biostudies-literature | 2025 Dec

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature