Screening for pregestational and gestational diabetes in pregnancy: a survey of obstetrical centers in the northern part of Belgium.

ABSTRACT:

Background

There is lack of consensus concerning the best screening strategy for gestational diabetes (GDM). The aim of our survey was therefore to investigate attitudes and practices of all obstetrical centers in the northern part of Belgium regarding screening for pregestational diabetes in early pregnancy and screening for GDM. We also aimed to identify the penetrance of the 'International Association of Diabetes in Pregnancy Study Groups' (IADPSG) screening strategy for GDM.

Methods

The survey was conducted from May 2012 till January 2013. The survey was distributed to every obstetrical center in the northern part of Belgium by email and/or mail with reminders by phone and personal contact.

Results

From the 65 obstetrical centers, 69% responded. Of all centers, 27

SUBMITTER: Benhalima K 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC3833269 | biostudies-literature | 2013 Nov

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature