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- Title
Evaluating The Role Of Anthropometric Indicators In Predicting Gestational Diabetes Mellitus: A Hospital Based Study.
- Authors
Khanna, Soumya; Sachan, Shikha; Mohanty, C.
- Abstract
Background Gestational diabetes mellitus (GDM) is a prevalent endocrine disorder identified by glucose intolerance during pregnancy, associated with numerous complications for both the mother and the child. Methods This study investigates the correlation between anthropometric parameters, specifically mid-arm circumference (MAC), bicipital skinfold thickness (BSFT), and tricipital skinfold thickness (TSFT), and the development of GDM. Conducted at the Sir Sunderlal Hospital, Banaras Hindu University, the study involved 250 pregnant women between 24-28 weeks of gestation, screened using a 75 g Oral Glucose Tolerance Test (OGTT). Anthropometric measurements were analyzed using Pearson's correlation coefficient and multivariate logistic regression. Results The findings reveal that while weight and height did not significantly predict GDM, both tricipital skin fold thickness and Bicipital skin fold thickness exhibited a significant positive correlation with Gestational diabetes mellitus incidence (Odds ratio for TSFT = 1.35, BSFT = 1.29). This suggests that TSFT and BSFT are reliable indicators for early GDM prediction. Conclusion The study concludes that incorporating regional anthropometric measurements, particularly TSFT and BSFT, into prenatal care protocols could enhance early GDM detection and intervention, potentially improving maternal and fetal outcomes. Future research should focus on refining these predictive models and integrating them into broader maternal health strategies to mitigate GDM-related risks.
- Subjects
BANARAS Hindu University; GESTATIONAL diabetes; GLUCOSE tolerance tests; PRENATAL care; GLUCOSE intolerance; PREGNANT women
- Publication
Journal of Cardiovascular Disease Research (Journal of Cardiovascular Disease Research), 2024, Vol 15, Issue 6, p1073
- ISSN
0975-3583
- Publication type
Article