June 16, 2026 · American journal of perinatology · DOI: 10.1055/a-2884-9010

Association between Gestational Weight Gain and Neonatal Hypoxic and Traumatic Events: Results from a Large Retrospective Cohort

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The authors aimed to investigate the association between gestational weight gain (GWG) and the incidence of hypoxic and traumatic events in neonates, particularly among overweight and obese mothers. Their analysis of a large retrospective cohort revealed that while increased GWG correlated with a higher risk of neonatal morbidity, it did not effectively predict specific ischemic or traumatic outcomes. The study highlights the complexity of establishing optimal GWG recommendations and the limitations of current methodologies in predicting neonatal health based on GWG.

Giuseppe Chiossi, Riccardo Cuoghi Costantini, Daniela Menichini, Antonio La Marca, Fabio Facchinetti, Roberto D'amico

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