Prevalence, predictors and challenges of gestational diabetes mellitus screening among pregnant women in northern Tanzania

ConclusionPrevalence of GDM is high in Moshi. We recommend introduction of routine screening for hyperglycemia during pregnancy along with strategies for follow up to prevent‐long term effects of GDM and DIP in women and their children.This article is protected by copyright. All rights reserved.

Source: Tropical Medicine and International Health - November 1, 2017 Category: Tropical Medicine Authors: Hassan Ismail Njete, Beatrice John, Pendo Mlay, Michael Johnson Mahande, Sia Emmanueli Msuya Tags: Original Article Source Type: research