A study to assess the knowledge regarding gestational diabetes mellitus among antenatal mothers who are attending out-patient department, in Vanivilas hospital, Bangalore

Abstract

Gestational diabetes is a form of diabetes which affects pregnant women. It is believed that the hormones produced during pregnancy reduce a woman's receptivity to insulin, leading to high blood sugar levels. Gestational diabetes affects about 4% of all pregnant women. It is estimated that about 135,000 cases of gestational diabetes arise in the United States each year.