American journal of obstetrics and gynecology
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Am. J. Obstet. Gynecol. · Mar 2020
Meta AnalysisThe impact of occupational activities during pregnancy on pregnancy outcomes: a systematic review and metaanalysis.
Data: An increasing number of studies suggest that exposure to physically demanding work during pregnancy could be associated with increased risks of adverse pregnancy outcomes, but the results remain conflicted and inconclusive. The purpose of this study was to examine the influence of occupational activities during pregnancy on maternal and fetal health outcomes. ⋯ Physically demanding work during pregnancy is associated with an increased risk of adverse pregnancy outcomes.