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First prenatal visit glucose screening.

P L Hong1, F Benjamin, S Deutsch

  • 1Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Queens Hospital Center, Jamaica, New York.

American Journal of Perinatology
|October 1, 1989
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Early glucose screening during pregnancy benefits all women, including younger mothers and those under 24 weeks gestation. Universal screening aids in the timely diagnosis of gestational diabetes, proving cost-effective.

Area of Science:

  • Obstetrics and Gynecology
  • Endocrinology
  • Public Health

Background:

  • Gestational diabetes mellitus (GDM) is a significant pregnancy complication.
  • Current screening protocols often vary based on gestational age and maternal age.
  • Early detection and management of GDM are crucial for maternal and fetal health.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To evaluate the efficacy of glucose screening at various gestational and maternal ages.
  • To determine the benefits of earlier universal glucose screening for GDM detection.
  • To assess the cost-effectiveness of universal versus age-restricted screening protocols.

Main Methods:

  • A prospective study involving 999 pregnant patients.
  • Nonfasting oral 50 gm glucose load followed by 1-hour serum glucose determination.

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  • 3-hour oral glucose tolerance test for elevated screening results (≥130 mg/dl).
  • Analysis of screening results based on gestational age (<14, 14-23, 24-28, >28 weeks) and maternal age (<24 vs. ≥24 years).

    • Main Results:

    • Younger women (<24 years) had significantly lower mean screening glucose values.
    • Despite lower values, 13% of diagnosed GDM cases were in women under 24.
    • 33% of positive screening tests occurred before 24 weeks gestation.
    • The cost of universal screening was only slightly higher than age-restricted protocols.

    Conclusions:

    • Earlier glucose screening, irrespective of maternal or gestational age, facilitates earlier GDM diagnosis.
    • Universal screening protocols are recommended for improved GDM detection rates.
    • Implementing universal screening is a cost-effective strategy for managing GDM.