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Perinatal factors and their influence on childhood obesity: a case-control study

S Solano1, T Lacruz, M Blanco

  • 1. santos.solano.nortes@gmail.com.

Anales Del Sistema Sanitario De Navarra
|December 30, 2016
PubMed

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Obstetric complications during delivery are linked to childhood obesity. Emergency cesarean deliveries were more common in mothers of obese children, highlighting the importance of the perinatal period for prevention strategies.

Area of Science:

  • Pediatrics
  • Obstetrics
  • Public Health

Background:

  • Childhood obesity results from complex genetic and environmental interactions.
  • Obstetric complications are linked to adverse health outcomes, including mental disorders.
  • The perinatal period's role in childhood obesity requires further investigation.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To investigate the association between perinatal complications and childhood obesity.
  • To identify specific obstetric factors contributing to the development of childhood obesity.

Main Methods:

  • A case-control study involving 60 mothers of obese children and 92 mothers of healthy children (aged 8-12 years).
  • Mothers were interviewed regarding obstetric complications using the Lewis-Murray Scale.
  • Statistical analysis included chi-square tests and odds ratios to compare groups.

Main Results:

  • A higher prevalence of obstetric complications was observed in the group of mothers with obese children.
  • Emergency cesarean delivery was the most frequent complication and showed a significant difference compared to the control group (p < 0.05).

Conclusions:

  • Obstetric complications are associated with the development of childhood obesity.
  • The perinatal period is a critical factor for understanding and preventing childhood obesity.
  • Implementing targeted prevention programs focusing on the perinatal period is recommended.

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