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Managing women in pregnancy after bariatric surgery: The midwife as the co-ordinator of care

Power, A., Abraham, J. and Neha, S. (2019) Managing women in pregnancy after bariatric surgery: The midwife as the co-ordinator of care. British Journal of Midwifery. 27(9), pp. 549-554. 0969-4900.

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Power_etal_MAH_2019_Managing_women_in_pregnancy_following_bariatric_surgery_the_midwife_as_the_co_ordinator_of_care.pdf - Accepted Version
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Abstract:
Bariatric surgery is a recommended, cost-effective, evidenced-based intervention to reduce weight and associated comorbidities in severely obese people. People with a BMI of 40 kg/m2 or more, or a BMI between 35–40 kg/m2 with other medical conditions such as diabetes, hypertension, high cholesterol and obstructive sleep apnoea meet the criteria to be considered for bariatric surgery. Over the past 10 years, bariatric surgery in the UK has been more widely accessible and consequently midwives may be required to care for pregnant women who have undergone bariatric surgery such as a gastric band, sleeve gastrectomy and gastric bypass. Midwives are required to work co-operatively, recognising and working within the limits of their competence and providing leadership. The aim of this article is to consider the midwife's role as co-ordinator of care for pregnant women who have undergone bariatric surgery. It outlines the most common bariatric procedures and specific considerations, including nutritional supplementation required when providing care to women in the antenatal and postnatal period.
Uncontrolled Keywords:
/dk/atira/pure/sustainabledevelopmentgoals/good_health_and_well_being
Creators:
Power, A., Abraham, J. and Neha, S.
Faculties, Divisions and Institutes:
?? HSHEP ??
Date:
18 July 2019
Date Type:
Acceptance
Page Range:
pp. 549-554
Journal or Publication Title:
British Journal of Midwifery
Volume:
27
Number:
9
Number of Pages:
6
Language:
English
DOI:
10.12968/bjom.2019.27.9.549
ISSN:
0969-4900
Status:
Published / Disseminated
Refereed:
Yes
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