"GINEXMAL RCT: Induction of labour versus expectant management in gestational diabetes pregnancies".

ABSTRACT:

Background

Gestational diabetes (GDM) is one of the most common complications of pregnancies affecting around 7% of women. This clinical condition is associated with an increased risk of developing fetal macrosomia and is related to a higher incidence of caesarean section in comparison to the general population. Strong evidence indicating the best management between induction of labour at term and expectant monitoring are missing.

Methods/design

Pregnant women with singleton pregnancy in vertex presentation previously diagnosed with gestational diabetes will be asked to participate in a multicenter open-label randomized controlled trial between 38+0 and 39+0 gestational weeks. Women will be recruited in the third trimester in the outpatient clinic or in the Day Assessment Un

SUBMITTER: Maso G 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC3108319 | biostudies-literature | 2011 Apr

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature