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Plasma glucose and pre-eclampsia

K S Khan1, S Daya

  • 1Department of Obstetrics and Gynaecology, Aga Khan University Medical Center, Karachi, Pakistan. khank@fhs.mcmaster.ca

International Journal of Gynaecology and Obstetrics: the Official Organ of the International Federation of Gynaecology and Obstetrics
|May 1, 1996
PubMed
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In non-diabetic pregnant women, higher plasma glucose levels during a glucose challenge test (GCT) are linked to an increased risk of pre-eclampsia. Age and first-time pregnancy also elevate this risk.

Area of Science:

  • Obstetrics and Gynecology
  • Endocrinology
  • Perinatal Medicine

Background:

  • Pre-eclampsia is a significant complication of pregnancy.
  • Identifying risk factors for pre-eclampsia is crucial for maternal and fetal health.
  • The role of glucose metabolism in non-diabetic pregnancies requires further investigation.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To investigate the association between plasma glucose levels from a glucose challenge test (GCT) and the incidence of pre-eclampsia.
  • To evaluate the independent and combined effects of glucose levels, maternal age, and gravidity on pre-eclampsia risk.

Main Methods:

  • A cohort of 1249 non-diabetic pregnant women was analyzed.
  • Plasma glucose levels were measured using a 75 g-2 h glucose challenge test (GCT).

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  • Logistic regression analysis was employed to assess the relationship between GCT glucose levels, age, gravidity, and pre-eclampsia, adjusting for confounding factors.

    • Main Results:

    • A 20% increased odds of pre-eclampsia was observed for each 1 mmol/l rise in plasma glucose level during the GCT (95% CI 0%-44%).
    • Maternal age showed a 9% increased odds of pre-eclampsia per year (95% CI 2%-17%).
    • Primigravidity was strongly associated with a 210% increased odds of pre-eclampsia (95% CI 55%-517%).

    Conclusions:

    • Subtle glucose intolerance, advanced maternal age, and first-time pregnancy are significant risk factors for developing pre-eclampsia in non-diabetic women.
    • Early screening and monitoring for these factors may aid in predicting and managing pre-eclampsia risk.