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ReviewMedical sciences (Basel, Switzerland)2025

Obesity and Pregnancy: Impact on Childbirth Timing, Delivery Mode, and Maternal Recovery: An Update.

Angeliki Gerede, Maria Danavasi, Sofoklis Stavros, Anastasios Potiris, Athanasios Zikopoulos, Efthalia Moustakli, Charikleia Skentou, Ekaterini Domali, Nikolaos Nikolettos, Makarios Eleftheriades

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Review in Medical sciences (Basel, Switzerland), 2025. The graph could read no effect estimate from its abstract, so it casts no vote on the map. Not yet cited in PubMed.

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Angeliki GeredeDepartment of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Democritus University of Thrace, 69100 Alexandroupolis, Greece.ORCID 0000-0001-9296-3688
Maria DanavasiDepartment of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Democritus University of Thrace, 69100 Alexandroupolis, Greece.
Sofoklis StavrosThird Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, University General Hospital "ATTIKON", Medical School, National and Kapodistrian University of Athens, 12462 Athens, Greece.
Anastasios PotirisThird Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, University General Hospital "ATTIKON", Medical School, National and Kapodistrian University of Athens, 12462 Athens, Greece.ORCID 0000-0001-7716-1521
Athanasios ZikopoulosThird Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, University General Hospital "ATTIKON", Medical School, National and Kapodistrian University of Athens, 12462 Athens, Greece.ORCID 0009-0002-9553-6803
Efthalia MoustakliLaboratory of Medical Genetics, Faculty of Medicine, School of Health Sciences, University of Ioannina, 45110 Ioannina, Greece.ORCID 0009-0005-3333-2620
Charikleia SkentouDepartment of Ostetrics and Gynecology, Medical School of the University of Ioannina, 45110 Ioannina, Greece.
Ekaterini DomaliFirst Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Alexandra Hospital, Medical School, National and Kapodistrian University of Athens, 11528 Athens, Greece.ORCID 0000-0001-8899-3040
Nikolaos NikolettosDepartment of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Democritus University of Thrace, 69100 Alexandroupolis, Greece.
Makarios EleftheriadesSecond Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, University Hospital "Aretaieion", Medical School, National and Kapodistrian University of Athens, 11528 Athens, Greece.ORCID 0000-0003-4967-2505

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Abstract

This review explores the impact of maternal obesity on pregnancy outcomes, emphasizing its significant global health challenge and profound implications for both mothers and infants. It influences the timing and mode of childbirth, elevating the risk of conditions like hypertensive disorders, cesarean delivery, and gestational diabetes mellitus. The review focuses on analyzing how maternal obesity affects postpartum recovery, birth timing, and delivery methods. Relevant studies were identified using PubMed and Scopus. Findings indicate that obese pregnant women are at higher risk for medically indicated preterm birth, scheduled and emergency cesarean sections, and labor induction. Postpartum recovery is often prolonged due to breastfeeding challenges, infection risks, and delayed wound healing. Additionally, maternal obesity increases the likelihood of fetal complications such as macrosomia and long-term metabolic disorders. These results highlight the importance of personalized treatments and early weight control to improve the health of both mother and baby. A comprehensive approach integrating clinical care, public health initiatives, and policy measures is essential to reduce pregnancy complications associated with obesity.

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Delivery, ObstetricObesityParturitionPregnancy ComplicationsPregnancy in ObesityCesarean SectionFemaleHumansPostpartum PeriodPregnancyPregnancy Outcomecesarean deliverymacrosomiamaternal healthmaternal obesitymetabolic disorderspregnancy outcomes

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