Impact of Obesity on the Fetal Outcome in Pregnancy and its Association with Age of Pregnant Female

Dr. Bharti Maheshwari, Dr. Rakhi Aggarwal

Abstract: The number of obese pregnant women is rising, which poses a threat to the future health of children. This study will help to understand the impact of obesity on the pregnancy outcome and its relation with age in pregnant females. Aim & Objectives: To find out the impact of obesity on fetal outcome and its relation with age. Material and Methods: A hospital based study was conducted among 80 pregnant females in the age group of 20-35 years in Muzaffarnagar Medical College & Hospital, Muzaffarnagar, Uttar Pradesh. Study was conducted from October, 2023 to September, 2024. Data was analysed statistically and chi square test was applied. Results: According to BMI, 43.75% females were obese in their first trimester of pregnancy at the time of data collection while 35% were in the normal category and 21.25% were overweight. In terms of foetal outcome, miscarriage 20% and 54.3% babies were admitted to NICU in case of obese females. Conclusion: There is a need to increase awareness about the adverse effects of obesity in pregnant females. This can be done by providing pre- conceptional counselling to females and by telling them the importance of regular physical activity and a healthy lifestyle (healthy diet, avoiding smoking and alcohol). This will also reduce the maternal and perinatal mortality and morbidity. Background: The obesity has become a worldwide problem not only from the medical point

Keywords: BMI, Obesity

How to Cite?: Dr. Bharti Maheshwari, Dr. Rakhi Aggarwal, "Impact of Obesity on the Fetal Outcome in Pregnancy and its Association with Age of Pregnant Female", Volume 13 Issue 12, December 2024, International Journal of Science and Research (IJSR), Pages: 1526-1529, https://www.ijsr.net/getabstract.php?paperid=SR241223214439, DOI: https://dx.doi.org/10.21275/SR241223214439