Pregnancy after bariatric surgery: What is the optimal interval?

Introduction: Bariatric surgery has become an effective approach to lose weight in a sustainable way and reduce the morbidities associated with severe obesity. Approximately 40% of bariatric procedures are performed in reproductive aged women. Generally, women are advised to delay pregnancy for 12 –24 months, because this time frame is when they are losing the most weight.
Source: European Journal of Obstetrics, Gynecology, and Reproductive Biology - Category: OBGYN Authors: Tags: Session 11 – Obstetrics: Obesity and diabetes Source Type: research