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PB#105: Bariatric Surgery and Pregnancy Flashcards

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Prevalence of obesity in pregnancy

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10-36%

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Prevalence of obesity among all reproductive-aged women; prevalence of obesity among reproductive-aged Mexican-American pts; prevalence of obesity among reproductive-aged Black pts

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29%; 36%; 50%

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Effects of obesity on fertility (2)

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Reduced fertility, less likely to respond to ovulation induction (even w/ high-dose gonadotropins)

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Primary mechanism for reduced fertility 2/2 obesity

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Oligo-ovulation/anovulation

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Maternal pregnancy risks associated w/ obesity (13)

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GDM, pre-E, C/S, infectious morbidity, operative morbidity/postop recovery complications, prolonged op times, increased blood loss, VTE, unsuccessful VTOLAC, iatrogenic PTD, need for IOL/AOL, higher doses of oxytocin, longer labor course

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Effects of obesity on iatrogenic vs spontaneous PTD

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Iatrogenic PTD higher in obese pts, spontaneous PTL/PTD lower in obese pts

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Fetal/Neonatal risks associated w/ obesity in pregnancy (5)

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Congenital anomalies, growth abnormalities, sAB, IUFD, subsequent childhood obesity

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Most common congenital anomalies associated w/ obesity in pregnancy (3)

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ONTDs, cardiac anomalies, facial clefting

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RR of IUFD in obese pts compared to normal weight pts

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2.1–4.3-fold greater

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Effect of increasing BMI on OB US

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Worsening visualization of congenital anomalies, though no effect on EFW calculations

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Nonsurgical weight loss approaches (4)

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Behavioral changes, diet, exercise, pharmacotherapy

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Candidates for bariatric surgery

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Pts w/ BMI >40, or pts w/ BMI >35 and other comorbidities

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Most effective therapy for morbid obesity

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Bariatric surgery

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Two general approaches to bariatric surgery

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Restrictive, restrictive-malabsorptive combo

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Two common bariatric surgeries currently in use, and classification of each one

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Roux-en-Y (restrictive-malabsorptive combo), adjustable gastric banding (restrictive)

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Pathophysiology of Roux-en-Y procedure

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Creates a roux (straight) limb connected to gastric pouch and Y-portion downstream as enteroenterostomy, w/ proximal stomach separate from remaining part of stomach w/ staples

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Pathophysiology of gastric banding

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Fluid-filled band is placed around stomach near fundus, reducing functional stomach volume

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Surgically route of roux-en-Y and of gastric banding

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Both can be performed laparoscopically or open

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Less common bariatric procedures, and classification of each one (2)

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Vertical banded gastroplasty (restrictive), biliopancreatic diversion (malabsorptive)

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Effects of weight loss following bariatric surgery on fertility (4)

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Improvement in PCOS, improvement in anovulation, improvement in irregular menses, improvement in fertility rates

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Risk associated w/ contraception following malabsorptive surgery

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Possibility of decreased absorption of OCPs

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Most effective intervention to improve medical comorbidities associated w/ obesity (outside of pregnancy)

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Weight loss

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Percentage of pregnant pts that are still obese after bariatric surgery

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80%

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Pregnancy risks associated w/ hx of bariatric surgery (3)

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Hx of C/S, GDM, need for C/S

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Does bariatric surgery improve C/S rates in obese pts?
No (they are comparable in pts s/p bariatric surgery compared to obese pts prior to surgery, and as high as 62%)
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Pregnancy conditions that are less likely following bariatric surgery (4)
HTN, pre-GDM, weight gain during pregnancy, fetal macrosomia
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Possible late complications in pregnancy following prior bariatric surgery (3)
Intestinal obstruction, GI hemorrhage, maternal death
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Does bariatric surgery improve rates of congenital anomalies in future pregnancies?
Yes (rate of congenital anomalies in pts s/p bariatric surgery is comparable to general population)
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Is maternal weight gain during pregnancy a predictor of birth weight in pts s/p bariatric surgery?
Yes
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Is bariatric surgery associated w/ increased risk of perinatal death?
No
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Pregnancy rates in adolescent pts s/p bariatric surgery
Doubled (12.8% vs 6.4%)
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Contraceptive considerations for adolescent pts s/p malabsorptive bariatric surgery
Non-PO administration methods (2/2 higher risk of OCP failure)
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Recommended delay in pregnancy s/p bariatric surgery; reasons why (2)
12-24 months; to avoid fetal exposure to rapid maternal weight loss, to help achieve complete weight loss goals
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Considerations if pregnancy occurs within 12-24 month window s/p bariatric surgery (2)
Close surveillance of maternal weight/nutritional status, additional fetal monitoring (if needed)
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Most common nutritional deficiencies after roux-en-Y (6)
Protein, iron, vit B12, folate, vit D, calcium
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When to evaluate for micronutrient deficiencies for pregnant pts s/p bariatric surgery
At FOBV
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Labs to check qtri in pregnant pts s/p bariatric surgery in absence of specific nutritional deficiency (5)
CBC, iron, ferritin, calcium, vit D
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Route of methods to correct nutritional deficiencies
Can be started PO, but parenteral forms may be indicated if no improvement
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Percentage of pts s/p bariatric surgery who continue to take the prescribed multivitamin supplement long-term
14-59%
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Daily recommended protein intake (regardless of bariatric surgery status)
60g
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In what situations is caloric/protein restriction recommended for pregnant pts s/p bariatric surgery?
Never (even if they continue to be obese/overweight)
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Should pregnant pts s/p bariatric surgery take a PNV, a bariatric multivitamin, or both?
Both
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PP considerations in pts s/p bariatric surgery
Close infant surveillance 2/2 risk for nutritional deficiencies when breastfed
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Can nutritional deficiencies occur after restrictive bariatric surgery; why/why not?
Yes; 2/2 decreased food intake and/or intolerance to certain foods because of narrowed gastric opening
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Consideration in pregnancy for pts who have gastric banding
Active band management (fluid from gastric band is removed/lessened)
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Benefits of active band management in pregnancy (3)
Allows for less gastric constriction, increased PO intake, decreased 1st tri N/V sxs
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Which consultant is recommended early in pregnancy for pts s/p bariatric surgery?
Bariatric surgeon
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Potential complications s/p bariatric surgery (6)
Anastomotic leaks, bowel obstructions, internal hernias, ventral hernias, band erosion, band migration
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Management of N/V, abdominal pain in pregnant pts s/p bariatric surgery
Broad workup (do not presume to be pregnancy-related)
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Syndrome that may occur s/p gastric bypass; pathophysiology of this condition
Dumping syndrome; ingestion of refined sugars/high glycemic carbs is followed by rapid emptying from stomach into small intestine, and fluid shifts from intravascular compartment into bowel lumen resulting in small bowel distention
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Sxs of dumping syndrome (4)
Cramping, bloating, N/V, diarrhea
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Downstream physiologic changes associated w/ dumping syndrome (2); sxs associated w/ downstream effects of dumping syndrome (4)
Hyperinsulinemia, hypoglycemia; tachycardia, palpitations, anxiety, diaphoresis
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Evaluation option for GDM for pts s/p bariatric surgery in order to avoid dumping syndrome
Fasting + 2h PP glucose logs x1 week (since may not tolerate 1*GTT) at 24-28wga
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Effect of malabsorptive bariatric surgery on med absorption
Absorptive surface of intestine is decreased, so decreased time for med absorption
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Med preparations to avoid in pts s/p malabsorptive bariatric surgery; preferred med preparations in pts s/p malabsorptive bariatric surgery (2)
ER formulations; PO solution, IR formulations
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Class of meds to avoid in PP pts who have had bariatric surgery; why?
NSAIDs; 2/2 smaller gastric pouch
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Considerations for pts who have had bariatric surgery who are taking meds that necessitate therapeutic drug level
More frequent/regular drug level testing
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Does uncomplicated hx of bariatric surgery alter labor management, route of delivery, or need for C/S?
No
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Prelabor consultation for pts w/ extensive/complicated abdominal surgery related to weight loss procedures
Bariatric surgeon

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