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Induction of labour in pregnant individuals with obesity

Abstract

People with obesity may require induction of labour (IoL) due to a higher incidence of pre-existing comorbidities and pregnancy complications, as well as to prevent post-term pregnancies and late-term stillbirths. IoL at 39-40 weeks is associated with fewer caesarean births and lower morbidity for the pregnant person and neonate when compared with expectant management. Ensuring the success and safety of IoL in people with obesity requires …

Authors

Ashraf R; Maxwell C; D'Souza R

Journal

Best Practice & Research Clinical Obstetrics & Gynaecology, Vol. 79, , pp. 70–80

Publisher

Elsevier

Publication Date

March 2022

DOI

10.1016/j.bpobgyn.2021.12.004

ISSN

1521-6934