Background: South Asia is seeing an increase in the prevalence of gestational diabetes mellitus (GDM) as a result of sedentary lifestyles, genetic susceptibility, and obesity. It has a negative impact on fetal and maternal outcomes. Objective: to ascertain the prevalence of gestational diabetes mellitus (GDM) in pregnant patients admitted to a tertiary care facility and investigate its correlation with maternal traits and fetal outcomes. Methodology: The study was qualitative and employed topic analysis and in-depth interviews. Furthermore, the prevalence of GDM, risk variables (age, BMI, family history), and fetal outcomes were examined using quantitative data from 157 pregnant women. Results: GDM was present in 24% of cases. Obesity, a positive family history, and maternal age (>35 years) were all substantially linked to an elevated risk of GDM. Macrosomia, newborn hypoglycemia, cesarean sections, and NICU admissions were more common in pregnancies with GDM. Conclusion: There is a critical need for early GDM screening and preventive interventions to improve maternal and neonatal outcomes in resource-limited settings.
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