Abstract

Recurrent pregnancy loss (RPL) is a multifactorial condition, with approximately 50% of cases classified as unexplained recurrent pregnancy loss (URPL). This study investigates the association between body mass index (BMI) and RPL, focusing on gestational week at miscarriage, the number of pregnancy losses, and BMI as a predictive marker for RPL. This retrospective cohort study included 400 women aged 20–40 diagnosed with RPL who attended Şanlıurfa Training and Research Hospital between November 6, 2021, and November 6, 2023. Participants were classified into four groups based on BMI categories: underweight (

Key words: Body mass index, gestational week, obesity, pregnancy loss, recurrent pregnancy loss, reproductive health