Maternal Age and BMI as Risk Factors of GDM

Journal Title: Journal of Medical Science And clinical Research - Year 2017, Vol 5, Issue 10

Abstract

Gestational diabetes mellitus (GDM) is carbohydrate intolerance of varied severity with first onset or first recognition during pregnancy [1] . GDM is one of the most prevalent medical conditions in pregnant population. Global prevalence of GDM is on the rise. A study conducted among pregnant population in south Kerala had shown a prevalence as high as11.2%.[2] Gestational diabetes seems to stem from the placenta and several placental hormones that help the development of fetus during pregnancy.

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Dr Cinthya C Das

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Dr Cinthya C Das (2017). Maternal Age and BMI as Risk Factors of GDM. Journal of Medical Science And clinical Research, 5(10), 28733-28737. https://europub.co.uk./articles/-A-528653