Overview
Definition
Glucose intolerance onset during pregnancy.
Epidemiology
Varies globally. Often age and lifestyle dependent.
Etiology & Risk Factors
- Insulin resistance from placental hormones.
Clinical Symptoms
- Often asymptomatic
- macrosomia.
Clinical Approach
Diagnosis
- Oral glucose tolerance test.
Management
- Diet
- Insulin.
Complications
- Macrosomia
- neonatal hypoglycemia.