Obesity and gestational diabetes

T. Sathyapalan, Duane Mellor, S. L. Atkin

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    Abstract

    The prevalence of both obesity and gestational diabetes mellitus (GDM) is increasing worldwide. GDM affects about 7% of all pregnancies and is defined as any degree of impaired glucose tolerance during gestation. The presence of obesity has a significant impact on both maternal and fetal complications associated with GDM. These complications can be addressed, at least in part, by good glycaemic control during pregnancy. The significance and impact of obesity in women with GDM are discussed in this article, together with treatment options, the need for long-term risk modification and postpartum follow-up.

    Original languageEnglish
    Pages (from-to)89-93
    Number of pages5
    JournalSeminars in Fetal and Neonatal Medicine
    Volume15
    Issue number2
    DOIs
    Publication statusPublished - Apr 2010

    Keywords

    • Gestational diabetes
    • Obesity
    • Oral glucose tolerance test
    • Pregnancy

    ASJC Scopus subject areas

    • Pediatrics, Perinatology, and Child Health

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