Prevalence of diabetes mellitus and hypertension during pregnancy in eastern China after the implementation of universal two-child policy

ConclusionOur study reported a high prevalence of diabetes among this sample of Chinese pregnant women. In addition, advanced maternal age was found to be a risk factor of diabetes in pregnant women. Therefore, in view of high prevalence of diabetes, screening for diabetes in pregnant women is strongly recommended, regardless of their age, BMI, and gestation weeks.
Source: International Journal of Diabetes in Developing Countries - Category: Endocrinology Source Type: research