Contemporary Topics in Gestational Diabetes Mellitus

DescriptionContemporary Topics in Gestational Diabetes Mellitus presents up-to-date information on etiopathogenesis diagnostic procedures, classification of hyperglycemia in pregnancy, associated complications, and management issues. It is a comprehensive guide which providing insights into the pathophysiology and management of the condition.This comprehensive guide covers all aspects of diabetes in pregnancy, its diagnosis, contributing factors such as obesity, and management. Related topics include Bariatric Surgery in Women of Child Bearing Age, Psychosocial Aspects of Diabetes in Pregnancy, Long-term Implications for Offspring of Mothers with Gestational Diabetes Mellitus and Postpartum Care.Written by experts in the field, the book is an authoritative guide for gynaecologists, endocrinologists and general physicians. Its lucid language and explanatory diagrams and figures make Contemporary Topics in Gestational Diabetes Mellitus an essential reference book for clinicians seeking in-depth knowledge on diabetes and pregnancy.Key PointsComplete guide to gestational diabetes for clinicians presented in an easy to follow, visually appealing formatWritten by experts in the fieldExtensive coverage of management of the condition, from diagnosis, nutritional therapy and other treatments, through to long term effects on offspring, and postpartum careTable of ContentsContributorsPrefaceHyperglycemia during Pregnancy: Epidemiology and Public Health RelevanceHormono-metabolic Adaptations in PregnancyPathogenesis of Gestational Diabetes MellitusOverweight, Obesity, and Gestational Diabetes MellitusCurrent Status in Diagnosing Gestational Diabetes MellitusGestational Diabetes Mellitus: Rationale for Screening Glucose Tolerance in Early Weeks of PregnancyGlycemic Targets and Assessing Glycemic Control in Pregnant DiabeticMedical Nutrition Therapy in Gestational Diabetes MellitusOral Hypoglycemic Agents in Gestational Diabetes Mellitus: Current StatusInsulin in Pregnancy DiabetesContinuous Glucose Monitoring in Diabetic Pregnancy: Is it Necessary or Optional?Bariatric Surgery in Women of Childbearing AgePsychosocial Aspects of Diabetes in PregnancyLong-term Implications for Offspring of Mothers with Gestational Diabetes MellitusNeonatal Aspects of Gestational Diabetes MellitusImmunology and Inflammation in Gestational Diabetes MellitusMaternal Obesity: Short and Long-term Consequences and Intervention in PregnancyGestational Diabetes Mellitus: Can The Obstetrician Make A Difference?Gestational Diabetes Mellitus: Risks and TreatmentThyroid Disorders in PregnancyGestational Diabetes Mellitus and Metabolic SyndromeMetabolic Syndrome: Perils for Pregnancy and Precursor for Childhood ObesityLifestyle Interventions during Pregnancy, Why They have Limited Success: Too Little Too LateFactors Predicting the Development of Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus in Women with Prior Gestational Diabetes Mellitus and Action Plan for PreventionPostpartum Care and Breastfeeding in Gestational Diabetes Mellitus, Benefits for Mother and BabyAppendixIndex