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An assessment of risk factors for gestational diabetes mellitus (GDM) and provider practices for post-GDM care

Creator:

Hunsberger, Monica L.

Abstract:

The number of women diagnosed with diabetes, including gestational diabetes, will continue to increase in the face of epidemic rates of obesity. The concurrent rise in obesity and diabetes makes it important to determine the risk factors for gestational diabetes mellitus (GDM) and the nature and extent of care offered...

Resource Type:

Dissertation

Full Text:

risk for GDM and identifies established care guidelines need to be brought into clinical practice