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September 10, 2025CureusOpen Access

Effects of Gestational Diabetes Mellitus on Maternal and Neonatal Outcomes: A Prospective Cohort Study in Northern Sri Lanka

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KGKandiah GuruparanPRPadmaja RaghavanYGYalini Guruparan

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Overview

Prospective cohort study reveals a significant link between blood glucose control and maternal, neonatal outcomes.

Key Points

  • Women with gestational diabetes are at higher risk for maternal complications, with 27.8% reporting adverse outcomes.
  • A significant association was found between poor blood glucose control and increased maternal complications (p < 0.001).
  • The majority of participants were aged 35 or older, with 67.6% classified as obese, highlighting risk factor prevalence.
  • Targeting modifiable risk factors and enhancing diabetes management adherence is crucial for better outcomes.

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Guruparan et al. (2025) studied this question.

synapsesocial.com/papers/68c193f19b7b07f3a061803fhttps://doi.org/10.7759/cureus.91727
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