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Overt diabetes in pregnancy.

T R Martin, A C Allen, D Stinson

    American Journal of Obstetrics and Gynecology
    |February 1, 1979
    PubMed
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    Diabetic pregnancies, particularly advanced classes, show high neonatal complications like respiratory distress syndrome. Specialized neonatal care is crucial for managing these high-risk deliveries and improving infant outcomes.

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    Area of Science:

    • Obstetrics and Gynecology
    • Neonatology
    • Endocrinology

    Background:

    • Diabetic pregnancies represent a significant obstetric challenge.
    • Advanced classes of diabetes in pregnancy (Class C, D, R) are common.
    • Neonatal outcomes in diabetic pregnancies require careful monitoring.

    Purpose of the Study:

    • To evaluate the perinatal mortality and neonatal morbidity in a cohort of diabetic pregnancies.
    • To identify specific neonatal complications associated with maternal diabetes.
    • To emphasize the need for specialized neonatal care in managing these cases.

    Main Methods:

    • Retrospective analysis of 45 diabetic pregnancies.
    • Categorization of pregnancies based on diabetes classification (e.g., White's classification).

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  • Assessment of perinatal mortality and incidence of neonatal morbidities including respiratory distress syndrome (RDS), asphyxia, and hypoglycemia.

    • Main Results:

    • 80% of diabetic pregnancies were classified as Class C, D, or R.
    • Perinatal mortality rate was 4.4% (2.2% corrected).
    • High rates of neonatal morbidity were observed: 28% developed RDS, 18% asphyxia, and 42% hypoglycemia, even with mature lecithin/sphingomyelin ratios in some RDS cases.

    Conclusions:

    • Women with overt diabetes require delivery in facilities equipped with neonatal expertise and modern neonatal care.
    • Despite advances, significant neonatal morbidity persists in infants of diabetic mothers.
    • Early identification and management of neonatal complications are essential for improving survival and health outcomes.