Postnatal care after gestational diabetes - a systematic review of clinical practice guidelines.

ABSTRACT:

Background

Gestational diabetes mellitus (GDM) is the most common metabolic disorder in pregnancy and later is associated with an increased risk of type 2 diabetes and other metabolic disorders. Consistent and evidence based postnatal care is key to improving maternal long-term health. We therefore aimed to review and compare recommendations of national and international clinical practice guidelines (CPG) for postnatal care after GDM and identify any evidence gaps in recommendations needing further research.

Methods

We searched five databases and forty professional organization websites for CPGs providing recommendations for postnatal care after GDM. CPGs which had full versions in English, endorsed, prepared, or authorized by a professional body, and published between 2013

SUBMITTER: Ohene-Agyei P 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC11536828 | biostudies-literature | 2024 Nov

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature