Gestational Diabetes Mellitus: Maternal-Fetal Outcomes and Influencing Factors

    October 2022 in “ Amplla Editora eBooks ”
    Aurélia Silva Rodrigues, Amabille Dellalibera Simões, Bárbara Ferreira de Brito, Bárbara Queiroz de Figueiredo, Gabriel Antunes Ribeiro Mendes, Soraya Martins Mendes Vieira
    TLDR Gestational diabetes increases risks for mothers and babies, needing early diagnosis and care.
    The document examined the maternal and fetal outcomes associated with gestational diabetes mellitus (GDM) and identified influencing factors. It highlighted that GDM was linked to increased risks of complications such as preeclampsia, cesarean delivery, and neonatal hypoglycemia. The study emphasized the importance of early diagnosis and management of GDM to mitigate adverse outcomes. Factors such as maternal age, obesity, and family history of diabetes were identified as significant contributors to the development of GDM. The findings underscored the need for targeted interventions and personalized care strategies to improve health outcomes for both mothers and their infants.
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