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. 2000 Jan;7(1):4-9.

Gestational diabetes mellitus

M Mumtaz  1
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Gestational diabetes mellitus

M Mumtaz. Malays J Med Sci. 2000 Jan.

Abstract

Gestational Diabetes Mellitus (GDM) is the most common medical complication and metabolic disorder of pregnancy. This review provides an overview into the morbidity associated with GDM as well as the current methods of screening, diagnosis and management with the aim of early recognition and prevention of complications to both the mother and foetus.

Keywords: diagnosis; gestational Diabetes mellitus; management.

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