Intrapartum care and management of complications in women with obesity.

Authors :: Aleker N
Lim BH
Source :: Best practice & research. Clinical obstetrics & gynaecology [Best Pract Res Clin Obstet Gynaecol] 2023 Dec; Vol. 91, pp. 102404. Date of Electronic Publication: 2023 Sep 05.
Publication Year :: 2023
Abstract: Pregnant women with obesity are at considerable risk during their labor and delivery. The aim of obstetric care is the safe delivery of the baby and the maintenance of good health of the mother while providing an ongoing support for the family unit. The awareness and mitigation of risks associated with caring for women who are obese is vital in ensuring continued good outcomes. Transfer of women for labor care, presence of senior staff, bariatric resources, understanding of the progress of labor with an increase in body mass index, and preparation for complications are covered in this chapter.<br />Competing Interests: Conflict of interest I have no conflict of interest to declare with respect to this manuscript.<br /> (Copyright © 2023 The Author(s). Published by Elsevier Ltd.. All rights reserved.)