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Glycemic control and fetal abdominal circumference

S Gopinath1, G Varalakshmi, K Manoj

  • 1Pondicherry Speciality Centre, Pondicherry, India.

Indian Journal of Endocrinology and Metabolism
|April 9, 2013
PubMed

Insights

Gestational diabetes (GDM) impacts fetal growth. Poor glycemic control in GDM correlates with increased fetal abdominal circumference and higher birth weight, highlighting risks for newborns.

Area of Science:

  • Obstetrics and Gynecology
  • Endocrinology
  • Perinatology

Background:

  • Gestational diabetes mellitus (GDM) affects maternal and fetal health.
  • Monitoring fetal growth is crucial in GDM pregnancies.
  • Glycemic control is a key factor in managing GDM.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To investigate the correlation between glycemic status and fetal abdominal circumference in GDM patients.
  • To examine the relationship between fetal abdominal circumference and birth weight in GDM.
  • To understand the impact of glycemic control on fetal development in GDM.

Main Methods:

  • Study included 75 women with gestational diabetes mellitus (GDM).
  • Assessed anthropometry and glycemic profiles (HbA1C).
  • Measured fetal abdominal circumference via ultrasound and recorded birth weight post-delivery.

Main Results:

  • Fetal abdominal circumference showed a significant correlation with glycemic control.
  • Increased fetal abdominal circumference was associated with higher fetal birth weight.
  • Fluctuating glycemic levels in GDM patients were linked to these findings.

Conclusions:

  • Glycemic status is closely linked to fetal abdominal circumference and birth weight in GDM.
  • Monitoring fetal abdominal circumference can aid in assessing risks associated with GDM.
  • Effective glycemic management is essential to mitigate adverse fetal outcomes in GDM.
Abstract

Keywords:
Gestational diabetes mellitusfetal abdominal circumferenceglycemic control

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