The effects of bariatric surgery on periconception maternal health: a systematic review and meta-analysis.

ABSTRACT:

Background

Worldwide, the prevalence of obesity in women of reproductive age is increasing. Bariatric surgery is currently viewed as the most effective, long-term solution for this problem. Preconception bariatric surgery can reduce the prevalence of obesity-related subfertility and adverse maternal, pregnancy and birth outcomes. Maternal health during the periconception period is crucial for optimal gametogenesis and for embryonic and fetal development which also affects health in the later lives of both mother and offspring. Although preconception bariatric surgery improves several pregnancy outcomes, it can also increase the prevalence of pregnancy complications due to excessive and rapid weight loss. This can lead to iatrogenic malnutrition with vitamin deficiencies and derange

SUBMITTER: Snoek KM 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC8542997 | biostudies-literature | 2021 Oct

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature