ob0001p60 | (1) | UKCO2019
Heslehurst Nicola
, Hayes Louise
, Smith Vikki
, Odeniyi Adefisayo
, Flynn Angela
, Ngongalah Lem
, Simon Alexandre
, Crowe Lisa
, Beyer Fiona
, Skidmore Becky
, Gaudet Laura
Background: Observational studies demonstrate significant associations between pre-pregnancy obesity (defined as BMI≥30 kg/m2) and adverse pregnancy outcomes (e.g. gestational diabetes mellitus [GDM]). Although BMI is a good indicator of population health, there is strong evidence in non-pregnant populations that it is a poor indicator of individual risk compared with alternative (e.g. waist circumference). There is a lack of comprehensive evidence on alternat...