Retrospective analysis reveals high comorbidity of depression in women with gestational diabetes, suggesting targeted intervention may improve outcomes.
Key Points
Among 746 pregnant women, 32.14% with gestational diabetes also had comorbid depression, indicating a significant overlap.
Advanced maternal age and pre-pregnancy obesity were among the independent associated factors identified for gestational diabetes.
Multivariable analysis confirmed that adverse pregnancy history and poor glycemic control significantly influence comorbid depression in gestational diabetes patients.
Interaction analysis pointed to elevated estrogen, progesterone, and cortisol levels as mutual influencing factors linked to both conditions.