A retrospective chart review of 782 women diagnosed with and treated for GDM at a Chinese university teaching hospital. Data on maternal and neonatal outcome, glycemic control, concurrent pre-eclampsia, and diabetic management were collected and analyzed.
The incidence of GDM was 3.8%. Of the affected women, 62.9%were managed with diet only and the remainder received insulin treatment. Overall, 80.7%had good glycemic control. Poor glycemic control and concurrent pre-eclampsia correlated with maternal and neonatal complications.
Aggressive management for tight glycemic control improves maternal and neonatal outcomes in women with GDM.