HEMODYNAMIC STATUS OF PREGNANT WOMEN WITH OBESITY
Abstract
In order to study the state of hemodynamics in pregnant women with obesity of varying severity were examined 84 pregnant women aged between 23 and 28 years at 36-38 weeks gestation. The control group included 21 pregnant women of similar age and gestational age with normal body weight. All observed patients, pregnancy according obstetrical consultation was recognized uncomplicated. The degree of obesity was assessed by body mass index. Researches conducted showed that overweight as its progression has a very adverse effect on hemodynamics and functional state of the cardiovascular system as a whole, reduces coronary reserve. The most pronounced violation of the functional state of the cardiovascular system occur in obesity 2nd and 3rd degree.