IVF and Miscarriage — Overweight Women at Higher Risk
Friday, July 2, 2010 10:00
A British study concluded that overweight and obese women are at a greater risk of miscarriage after undergoing in-vitro fertilization (IVF).
The findings aren't knock-you-off-your-feet surprising, because it's generally accepted that overweight and obese women have an increased risk of pregnancy complications or miscarriage. What's more, obesity can be a contributing factor for infertility.