Retrospective Study of Fetomaternal Outcome in Gestational Diabetes Mellitus at a Tertiary Care Centre

Abstract

Background
Gestational diabetes mellitus (GDM) is carbohydrate intolerance of variable severity with onset 
or first recognition during pregnancy. (ACOG, 2017a)[1]. It is associated with a probable 
resolution in postpartum period.[2]
 Undiagnosed and untreated GDM poses high risk of adverse pregnancy outcomes. 
Universal screening for diabetes in pregnancy at first antenatal visit and at 24 weeks period of 
gestation is recommended.[3] Striving for early diagnosis of GDM, timely intervention and 
good glycemic control can improve fetomaternal outcome.