Gestational diabetes mellitus: challenges in diagnosis and management
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Date
2015
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Springer
Abstract
Gestational diabetes mellitus (GDM) is a well-characterized disease affecting a significant population of pregnant women worldwide. It has been widely linked to undue weight gain associated with factors such as diet, obesity, family history, and ethnicity. Poorly controlled GDM results in maternal and fetal morbidity and mortality. Improved outcomes therefore rely on early diagnosis and tight glycaemic control. While straightforward protocols exist for screening and management of diabetes mellitus in the general population, management of GDM remains controversial with conflicting guidelines and treatment protocols. This review highlights the diagnostic and management options for GDM in light of recent advances in care.
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Full text article. Also available at https://doi.org/10.1186/s40200-015-0169-7
Keywords
Gestational diabetes mellitus, Diabetes mellitus, GDM, Diet, Obesity, Maternal mortality, Maternal morbidity, Fetal mortality, Fetal morbidity, Glycaemic control
Citation
Mpondo, B. C., Ernest, A., & Dee, H. E. (2015). Gestational diabetes mellitus: challenges in diagnosis and management. Journal of Diabetes & Metabolic Disorders, 14(1), 1-7.