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20-02-2024 | Contraception | Review

A Scoping Review: Bariatric Providers’ Knowledge and Behaviors Related to Contraceptive Counseling

Authors: Sameeha Shaikh, Kiana Cruz, Antonia F. Oladipo, Melissa M. Figueroa

Published in: Obesity Surgery | Issue 4/2024

Abstract

Bariatric surgery is a common treatment for obesity, and about half of patients undergoing these procedures are patients of reproductive age. Following bariatric procedures, rapid weight loss and an increase in fertility occur. Guidelines recommend pregnancy delay for 12–24 months postoperatively. It is important that patients capable of pregnancy undergoing bariatric procedures receive preoperative contraceptive counseling. Studies surveying bariatric providers demonstrate that most providers understand the importance of delaying pregnancy and contraceptive counseling. However, deficiencies in bariatric provider knowledge, comfort, and practice with contraceptive counseling were identified. These gaps highlight opportunities for improvement in preoperative care to ensure patients are receiving appropriate contraception.

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Title: A Scoping Review: Bariatric Providers’ Knowledge and Behaviors Related to Contraceptive Counseling
Authors: Sameeha Shaikh
Kiana Cruz
Antonia F. Oladipo
Melissa M. Figueroa
Publication date: 20-02-2024
Publisher: Springer US
Keywords: Contraception
Bariatric Surgery
Bariatric Surgery
Obesity
Obesity
Fertility
Published in: Obesity Surgery / Issue 4/2024
Print ISSN: 0960-8923
Electronic ISSN: 1708-0428
DOI: https://doi.org/10.1007/s11695-024-07090-y

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