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【Analysis of Gestational Diabetes Mellitus (GDM) and Its Impact on Maternal and Fetal Health: A Comprehensive Dataset Study Using Data Analytic Tool Power BI】 Full article: https://lnkd.in/gYKgmRzX (Authored by Shahistha Jabeen Hashim and Arthur McAdams, from University of Bridgeport, USA.) #Gestational_Diabetes Mellitus (GDM), a condition characterized by irregular glucose levels during pregnancy, is a significant concern during #pregnancy due to its potential health implications for both the mother and the fetus. This study investigates the key risk factors associated with GDM by exploring the demographics of the dataset and employing #data_modeling techniques, and explores the physiological mechanisms underlying GDM and its implications for maternal and fetal health by analyzing various biomarkers. #Visualization #Data_Analytics #Power_BI 

🧩 𝐏𝐮𝐳𝐳𝐥𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐅𝐢𝐧𝐝𝐢𝐧𝐠𝐬 𝐨𝐧 𝐁𝐥𝐨𝐨𝐝 𝐆𝐥𝐲𝐜𝐚𝐭𝐞𝐝 𝐀𝐥𝐛𝐮𝐦𝐢𝐧 𝐋𝐞𝐯𝐞𝐥𝐬 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐆𝐞𝐬𝐭𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐚𝐥 𝐃𝐢𝐚𝐛𝐞𝐭𝐞𝐬 In collaboration with Dr. Justine Cole and Dr. David B. Sacks from the National Institutes of Health, researchers from the #GloW team, Dr. Claire Guivarch, Dr. Wei Wei Pang, and Prof. Cuilin Zhang MD, MPH, PhD., have just published a paper exploring the longitudinal associations between glycated albumin — a marker of glycemia, and gestational diabetes mellitus (GDM). Unexpectedly, women who were diagnosed with GDM in later pregnancy had significantly lower mean glycated albumin concentrations in mid-pregnancy than those who did not develop GDM. These surprising findings merit further confirmation in other populations. “Our findings highlight the necessity for further research in order to understand the role of glycated albumin in the development of GDM in different populations” commented Prof. Zhang. Please read more here: https://lnkd.in/g3qxFtAn #DiabetesCare #GestationalDiabetesMellitus #GDM #glycemia #glycatedalbumin #womenshealth

📢 Exciting new research alert! 🌟 A recent multi-centre study published in The Lancet Diabetes & Endocrinology reveals a groundbreaking approach to gestational diabetes screening. Conducted in India, the UK, and Kenya, researchers from the STRiDE study found that early pregnancy HbA1c levels, combined with common risk factors like age, BMI, and family history, can effectively predict gestational diabetes. This method significantly reduces the need for the burdensome OGTT, especially in low-income and middle-income countries. This new strategy could revolutionise maternal care by enabling earlier interventions and reducing the strain on healthcare systems. 🌟 Fernandez Hospital is proud to be part of this study! Learn more about this innovative study and its potential impact on global health! 🌍📊 🔗 Read the full study here: https://lnkd.in/gnMPTscy #GestationalDiabetes #MaternalHealth #GlobalHealth #InnovativeResearch #FernandezHospital #Research #Article #HealthCare #Pregnancy

📢 Exciting new research alert! 🌟 A recent multi-centre study published in The Lancet Diabetes & Endocrinology reveals a groundbreaking approach to gestational diabetes screening. Conducted in India, the UK, and Kenya, researchers from the STRiDE study found that early pregnancy HbA1c levels, combined with common risk factors like age, BMI, and family history, can effectively predict gestational diabetes. This method significantly reduces the need for the burdensome OGTT, especially in low-income and middle-income countries. This new strategy could revolutionise maternal care by enabling earlier interventions and reducing the strain on healthcare systems. 🌟 Fernandez Hospital is proud to be part of this study! Learn more about this innovative study and its potential impact on global health! 🌍📊 🔗 Read the full study here: https://lnkd.in/gnMPTscy #GestationalDiabetes #MaternalHealth #GlobalHealth #InnovativeResearch #FernandezHospital #Research #Article #HealthCare #Pregnancy

【Prevalence of Gestational Diabetes Mellitus in Puerto Rico: A Study from 2016 to 2021】 Full article: https://lnkd.in/gFeydkNE (Authored by Sophia Delgado-Astacio, et al., from University of Puerto Rico (United States), etc.) #Gestational_diabetes_mellitus (GDM) is a temporary form of insulin resistance that occurs during #pregnancy. It is the most common metabolic disorder in pregnant women and is associated with adverse outcomes for both mothers and their babies. This study estimates the prevalence of gestational #diabetes mellitus in Puerto Rico from 2016 to 2021 by analyzing data collected by Puerto Rico’s Department of Health, providing evidence of a steady increase in the prevalence of GDM in Puerto Rico from 2016 to 2021 and highlighting the importance of ongoing surveillance and specific interventions to mitigate risk factors. #Glucose_Intolerance 

This study looked at how elevated blood pressure during the third trimester of pregnancy affects cardiometabolic health 10-14 years after delivery. Cardiometabolic health is a group of conditions that impact the health of the heart and metabolism and the risk of developing cardiovascular disease (heart disease) and metabolic diseases like type 2 diabetes. Researchers followed 4,692 pregnant individuals and measured their blood pressure in the third trimester. They found that higher blood pressure (above 120/80 mm Hg) during pregnancy was linked to a greater chance of developing long-term health problems like diabetes, high cholesterol, high blood pressure, and heart disease. TAKE HOME MESSAGE: This study highlights that pregnancy health can have a significant impact on long-term health. It is crucial for anyone who experienced high blood pressure during pregnancy such as preeclampsia, HELLP syndrome or eclampsia to prioritize regular check-ups with a primary care physician. These appointments are important for monitoring and screening for cardiometabolic diseases, like diabetes, high cholesterol, high blood pressure, and heart disease. Learn more about this study here: https://lnkd.in/eqdWCacw #preeclampsia #preeclampsiaawareness #preeclampsiafoundation #preeclampsiaresearch #hellpsyndrome #hellpsyndromeawareness #hellpsyndromesurvivor #eclampsia #eclampsiaawareness #eclampsiasurvivor #maternalhealth #pregnancy #postpartum #highriskpregnancy #postpartumpreeclampsia #postpartumpreeclampsiaawareness #postpartumpreeclampsiasurvivor #laboranddelivery #labornurse #maternalnurse #obgyn

Anaemia is a condition in which the number of red blood cells or their oxygen carrying capacity is insufficient to meet the physiological needs of the individual, which consequently will vary by age, sex, attitude, smoking and pregnancy status. Anaemia is the commonest medical disorder in pregnancy. It is responsible for significant high maternal and fetal mortality rate worldwide. Addressing anaemia during pregnancy through proper screening, supplementation, and medical care is essential to minimize these risks and ensure the health and well-being of both the mother and the baby. Anaemia during pregnancy can lead to various complications such as: ⭕ Low birth weight: Anaemia reduces the amount of oxygen that reaches the fetus, potentially impairing its growth and development. ⭕ Preterm birth: Anaemia increases the risk of delivering prematurely, which can lead to a host of health issues for the baby. ⭕ Impaired fetal development and growth: Due to insufficient oxygen supply to the fetus, potentially leading to developmental delays or birth defects. ⭕ Infections: Increased susceptibility to infections and other illnesses due to weakened immune function. ⭕ Preeclampsia: Anaemia has been linked to an increased risk of developing preeclampsia, a serious condition characterized by high blood pressure and organ damage. It's crucial for pregnant women to undergo regular prenatal care and screenings to detect and manage anaemia early to mitigate these risks. This typically involves iron supplementation and dietary changes. #pregnancy #pregnancyhealth #anaemiaawareness #anaemiaproblems #anaemiainpregnancy #anaemiaprevention #drnanditapalshetkar

In her paper published this week, Sarah Price of The Royal Women's Hospital and The Royal Melbourne Hospital shows the value of continuous glucose monitoring (CGM) in obesity during pregnancy.🤰🏾 Pregnant women without gestational diabetes (GDM) but with obesity had significantly higher plasma glucose than pregnant women without GDM or obesity during early and mid-pregnancy.📈 This suggests that glucose mediates adverse pregnancy outcomes in women with obesity, even in the absence of GDM.➡️ In addition to efforts to improve pre-pregnancy weight status, these results suggest there is potential benefit to improving glucose during pregnancy with obesity.📉 #obesity #pregnancy #glucose #CGM https://lnkd.in/gecnStmd

The researchers in this study investigated whether patterns of antihypertensive medication use in the first two years after delivery differed from women with or without a hypertensive disorder of pregnancy (HDP). The study used data from a Danish register which included 784,782 women with at least 1 pregnancy lasting 20 or more weeks. Only the first pregnancy for these women who delivered between January 1995 to December 2018 was considered in the study. The study found that blood pressure medication use varied by HDP status, severity, and specific condition. Approximately a quarter of study participants began medication more than 3 months postpartum. Researchers suggest routine postpartum blood pressure monitoring to prevent diagnostic delays in the initiation of antihypertensive medication use to improve cardiovascular disease prevention among women. TAKE HOME MESSAGE: Early diagnosis and effective management of persistent postpartum hypertension is an effective strategy to reduce long-term cardiovascular disease among women with pregnancies complicated by HDPs. It is important to prioritize regular visits with your primary care provider or cardiologist to ensure the best outcomes. Read more here: https://lnkd.in/ehasbrHf #preeclampsia #preeclampsiaawareness #preeclampsiafoundation #preeclampsiaresearch #hellpsyndrome #hellpsyndromeawareness #hellpsyndromesurvivor #eclampsia #eclampsiaawareness #eclampsiasurvivor #maternalhealth #pregnancy #postpartum #highriskpregnancy #postpartumpreeclampsia #postpartumpreeclampsiaawareness #postpartumpreeclampsiasurvivor #laboranddelivery #labornurse #maternalnurse #obgyn

8-3-24 Florence, Italy – Prof Jacob Lykke from the University of Copenhagen, Prof Michael Paidas from The University of Miami, Prof Herbert Valensise from the University of Rome Tor Vergata and Prof Rob Phillips from the University of Queensland sharing the success of the recent International Congress of Maternal Haemodynamics in Florence. World leaders in Preeclampsia attended the 3 day Congress to discuss recent innovations in the field. Haemodynamics in maternal hypertension is a rapidly emerging speciality improving outcomes in this most common and serious condition for mother and foetus during pregnancy. At the centre of this revolution is the role of the USCOM 1A non-invasive haemodynamic monitor which is simple and rapid to operate providing unique insights into the early haemodynamic changes of pre-eclampsia and objective guidance for treatment during the first trimester when treatment is most effective. #uscom #maternalheamodynamics #preeclampsia #improvedoutcomes