The Challenges of Obesity for Fertility: A FIGO Literature Review

Overview

Journal Int J Gynaecol Obstet

Publisher Wiley

Specialty Gynecology & Obstetrics

Date 2023 Jan 12

PMID 36635080

Authors

Divya Gautam

Nikhil Purandare

Cynthia V Maxwell

Mary L Rosser

Patrick OBrien

Edgar Mocanu

Ciaran McKeown

Jaideep Malhotra

Fionnuala M McAuliffe

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Abstract

Obesity has been linked to infertility through several mechanisms, including at a molecular level. Those living with obesity face additional barriers to accessing fertility treatments and achieving a successful pregnancy, which can contribute to their economic and psychosocial stressors. There is scope to further improve care for people living with obesity and infertility with empathy, via a multidisciplinary approach.

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