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Sundarapperuma TD, Hettiarachchi P, Wasalathanthri S, Wijesinghe CJ. Perspectives of stakeholders on the implementation of a dietary and exercise intervention for postpartum mothers with a history of gestational diabetes mellitus (GDM): a community-based qualitative study. Sci Rep 2024; 14:20780. [PMID: 39242616 PMCID: PMC11379962 DOI: 10.1038/s41598-024-71587-w] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/07/2023] [Accepted: 08/29/2024] [Indexed: 09/09/2024] Open
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Women with a history of Gestational diabetes mellitus (GDM) have a high risk of developing Type 2 diabetes mellitus (T2DM) in their future life. Lifestyle interventions are known to reduce this progression. The success of a lifestyle intervention mainly depends on its feasibility. Therefore, this study aimed to evaluate the feasibility of a lifestyle intervention programme aimed to attenuate the development of T2DM in mothers with a history of GDM. This qualitative phenomenological study was carried out in selected Medical offices of Health (MOH) areas in Sri Lanka. Postpartum mothers with a history of GDM who have undergone a comprehensive, supervised lifestyle intervention program for 1 year, their family members, and public health midwives (PHM) were recruited for this study. Focus group discussions (FGD) were carried out with mothers and PHM while In-depth interviews (IDI) were conducted with family members. Framework analysis was used for the analysis of data. A total of 94 participants (45 mothers, 40 healthcare workers, and 9 family members) participated in FGDs and IDIs to provide feedback regarding the lifestyle intervention. Sixteen sub-themes emerged under the following four domains; (1) Feelings and experiences about the lifestyle intervention programme for postpartum mothers with a history of GDM (2) Facilitating factors (3) Barriers to implementation and (4) Suggestions for improvement. Spouse support and continued follow-up were major facilitating factors. The negative influence of healthcare workers was identified as a major barrier to appropriate implementation. All participants suggested introducing continuing education programmes to healthcare workers to update their knowledge. The spouse's support and follow-ups played a pivotal role in terms of the success of the programme. Enhancing awareness of the healthcare workers is also essential to enhance the effectiveness of the programme. It is imperative to introduce a formal intervention programme for the postpartum management of mothers with a history of GDM. It is recommended that the GDM mothers should be followed up in the postpartum period and this should be included in the national postpartum care guidelines.
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- Thamudi D Sundarapperuma
- Department of Nursing, Faculty of Allied Health Sciences, University of Ruhuna, Galle, 80000, Sri Lanka.
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- Department of Physiology, Faculty of Medical Sciences, University of Sri Jayewardenepura, Nugegoda, 11222, Sri Lanka
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- Department of Physiology, Faculty of Medicine, University of Colombo, Colombo, 00800, Sri Lanka
- Department of Preclinical Sciences, Faculty of Medicine, Kothalawala Defence University, Rathmalana, 10390, Sri Lanka
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- Department of Community Medicine, Faculty of Medicine, University of Ruhuna, Galle, 80000, Sri Lanka
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Nazarpour S, Simbar M, Kiani Z, Khalaji N, Khorrami Khargh M, Naeiji Z. The relationship between quality of life and some mental problems in women with gestational diabetes mellitus (GDM): a cross-sectional study. BMC Psychiatry 2024; 24:511. [PMID: 39026253 PMCID: PMC11256570 DOI: 10.1186/s12888-024-05960-4] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/09/2024] [Accepted: 07/12/2024] [Indexed: 07/20/2024] Open
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BACKGROUND Women with medical problems during pregnancy, including women with Gestational Diabetes Mellitus (GDM), experience an increased prevalence of mental health disorders which can affect their quality of life. This study aimed to assess the relationship between GDM-related quality of life and depression, anxiety, and stress. METHODS This analytical cross-sectional study was performed on 150 women with GDM. The participants were selected using a multi-stage sampling including quota and then randomized method from maternal care centers affiliated with Shahid Beheshti University of Medical Sciences, Tehran-Iran. The data were collected using a personal information questionnaire, the GDM-related quality of life questionnaire (GDMQoL-36), and the depression, anxiety, and stress scale (DASS). The data were analyzed using SPSS-23 software and statistical tests of coefficient Spearman's correlation, t-test, analysis of variance, and multiple linear regression. RESULTS The mean ± SD score for the GDM-related quality of life and the DASS scale were 55.51 ± 8.87 and 27.12 ± 19.43%, respectively. Different degrees of depression, anxiety, and stress were present in 40, 61.3, and 42% of women, respectively. The total score of GDM-related quality of life had a significant negative correlation with the total score of DASS and the scores of the subscales including depression, anxiety, and stress (P < 0.001). There were significant correlations between the total score of GDM-related quality of life with age, BMI, length of marriage, educational level of the woman and her spouse, the occupation of the woman and her spouse, income, and economic class of the family. Multiple linear regression revealed that depression, education, and job are predictive factors for GDM-related quality of life. CONCLUSION GDM-related quality of life is related to some mental disorders. Therefore, it is important to consider the mental health promotion of pregnant women with GDM in future prenatal health programs to improve their quality of life. This also shows the importance of integrating mental health promotion strategies to enhance the quality of life of pregnant women with GDM.
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- Soheila Nazarpour
- Department of Midwifery, Chalous Branch, Islamic Azad University, Chalous, Iran
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- Midwifery and Reproductive Health Research Center, Shahid Beheshti University of Medical Sciences, Tehran, Iran.
- Department of Midwifery and Reproductive Health, School of Nursing and Midwifery, Shahid Beheshti University of Medical Sciences, Tehran, Iran.
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- Midwifery and Reproductive Health Research Center, Shahid Beheshti University of Medical Sciences, Tehran, Iran
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- Department of Midwifery and Reproductive Health, School of Nursing and Midwifery, Shahid Beheshti University of Medical Sciences, Tehran, Iran
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- Department of Midwifery and Reproductive Health, School of Nursing and Midwifery, Shahid Beheshti University of Medical Sciences, Tehran, Iran
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- Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, School of Medicine, Mahdieh Hospital, Shahid Beheshti University of Medical Sciences, Tehran, Iran
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Hendrieckx C, Russell-Green S, Skinner T, Ng AH, Lee C, Barlow S, Davey A, Rogers C, Holmes-Truscott E, Speight J. Diabetes Research Matters: A Three-Round Priority-Setting Survey Consultation with Adults Living with Diabetes and Family Members in Australia. THE PATIENT 2024; 17:441-455. [PMID: 38582797 PMCID: PMC11189946 DOI: 10.1007/s40271-024-00688-5] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Accepted: 03/07/2024] [Indexed: 04/08/2024]
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OBJECTIVE We aimed to identify the health and quality-of-life research priorities of Australians with diabetes or family members. METHODS Through an iterative, three-step, online survey process we (1) qualitatively generated research topics (long list) in response to one question "What research is needed to support people with diabetes to live a better life?"; (2) determined the most important research questions (short list); and (3) ranked research questions in order of importance (priorities). We aimed to recruit N = 800 participants, with approximate equal representation of diabetes type and family members. RESULTS Participants (N = 661) were adults (aged 18+ years) in Australia with a self-reporting diagnosis of diabetes (type 1, n = 302; type 2, n = 204; prior/current gestational, n = 58; less common types, n = 22, or a family member, n = 75). Retention rates for Surveys 2 and 3 were 47% (n = 295) and 50% (n = 316), respectively. From 1549 open-text responses, 25 topics and 125 research questions were identified thematically. Research priorities differed by cohort, resulting in specific lists developed and ranked by each cohort. The top-ranked research question for the type 1 diabetes cohort was "How can diabetes technology be improved …?" and for the type 2 diabetes cohort: "How can insulin resistance be reversed …?". One question was common to the final lists of all cohorts: "What are the causes or triggers of diabetes?" Within cohorts, the top priorities were perceived as being of similar importance. CONCLUSIONS The research priorities differ substantially by diabetes type and for family members. These findings should inform funding bodies and researchers, to align future research and its communication with community needs.
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- Christel Hendrieckx
- School of Psychology, Deakin University, 1-11 Gheringhap Street, Geelong, VIC, 3220, Australia
- The Australian Centre for Behavioural Research in Diabetes, Diabetes Victoria, Melbourne, VIC, Australia
- Institute for Health Transformation, Deakin University, Geelong, VIC, Australia
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- School of Psychology, Deakin University, 1-11 Gheringhap Street, Geelong, VIC, 3220, Australia
- The Australian Centre for Behavioural Research in Diabetes, Diabetes Victoria, Melbourne, VIC, Australia
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- The Australian Centre for Behavioural Research in Diabetes, Diabetes Victoria, Melbourne, VIC, Australia
- Department of Psychology, Counselling and Therapy, La Trobe University, Melbourne, VIC, Australia
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- Monash Partners Academic Health Science Centre, Melbourne, VIC, Australia
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- National Aboriginal Community Controlled Health Organisation, Canberra, ACT, Australia
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- Diabetes Research Matters Steering Group, Melbourne, Australia
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- Diabetes Research Matters Steering Group, Melbourne, Australia
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- Diabetes Research Matters Steering Group, Melbourne, Australia
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- School of Psychology, Deakin University, 1-11 Gheringhap Street, Geelong, VIC, 3220, Australia.
- The Australian Centre for Behavioural Research in Diabetes, Diabetes Victoria, Melbourne, VIC, Australia.
- Institute for Health Transformation, Deakin University, Geelong, VIC, Australia.
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- School of Psychology, Deakin University, 1-11 Gheringhap Street, Geelong, VIC, 3220, Australia
- The Australian Centre for Behavioural Research in Diabetes, Diabetes Victoria, Melbourne, VIC, Australia
- Institute for Health Transformation, Deakin University, Geelong, VIC, Australia
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Roesler A, Butten K, Taylor P, Morrison M, Varnfield M, Holmes-Truscott E. The experiences of individuals who have had gestational diabetes: A qualitative exploration. Diabet Med 2024:e15374. [PMID: 38853396 DOI: 10.1111/dme.15374] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/14/2024] [Accepted: 05/21/2024] [Indexed: 06/11/2024]
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AIM To qualitatively explore the experiences of individuals with Gestational Diabetes Mellitus (GDM) in Australia, and to recognise opportunities for leveraging digital health to enhance the support of GDM management. METHOD A cross sectional online survey assessed the experiences of individuals with GDM, the healthcare system and their digital health usage. Respondents (recruited via a national diabetes registry or social media) were adults receiving GDM care within Australia in the last 5 years, who responded to any of three open-ended questions (n = 815) exploring positive, negative and other GDM experiences. Thematic analysis was utilised, and themes were mapped to the socio-ecological systems framework. RESULTS At a system level, themes related to (1) accessibility of care including the value of digital health and the inflexible or inconsistent perception of the (2) implementation of guidelines. At an interpersonal level, themes covered the need for adequate (3) health information provision, and (4) supportive care, as well as highlighting (5) experiences of stigma including a desire for greater awareness of GDM. Individual-level themes included: (6) differential barriers to accessing care; (7) negative emotional burden; (8) internalisation of stigma; (9) dietary freedom and social impact and (10) opportunity for change derived from having GDM. CONCLUSION Findings suggest a demand for more supportive, person-centred GDM care, improved information provision and individualised implementation of clinical guidelines. Such mechanisms may support reduced barriers to accessing care or negative psychosocial impacts of GDM. Though not central to the identified experiences, digital health tools may help address the need for optimised GDM care.
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- Anna Roesler
- The Australian e-Health Research Centre, CSIRO, Herston, Queensland, Australia
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- The Australian e-Health Research Centre, CSIRO, Herston, Queensland, Australia
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- The Australian e-Health Research Centre, CSIRO, Herston, Queensland, Australia
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- Diabetes Australia, Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia
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- The Australian e-Health Research Centre, CSIRO, Herston, Queensland, Australia
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- The Australian Centre for Behavioural Research in Diabetes, Carlton, Victoria, Australia
- Institute for Health Transformation, Deakin University, Geelong, Victoria, Australia
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Davis D, Kurz E, Hooper ME, Atchan M, Spiller S, Blackburn J, Bushell M, Lewis V, Leung M, Samarawickrema I, Knight-Agarwal C. The holistic maternity care needs of women with Gestational Diabetes Mellitus: A systematic review with thematic synthesis. Women Birth 2024; 37:166-176. [PMID: 37684120 DOI: 10.1016/j.wombi.2023.08.005] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/25/2023] [Revised: 08/16/2023] [Accepted: 08/17/2023] [Indexed: 09/10/2023]
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PROBLEM Models of care for women with gestational diabetes mellitus (GDM) have evolved in an ad hoc way and do not meet women's needs. BACKGROUND GDM affects 50,000 Australian women per annum with prevalence quadrupling in the last ten years. Many health services are struggling to provide a quality service. People with diabetes are calling for care that focuses on their wellbeing more broadly. AIM To examine the holistic (emotional, social, economic, and spiritual) care needs of women with GDM. METHODS Qualitative and mixed-methods studies capturing the healthcare experiences of women with GDM were searched for in CINAHL, Medline, Web of Science and Scopus. English-language studies published between 2011 and 2023 were included. Quality of studies was assessed using Crowe Critical Appraisal Tool and NVIVO was used to identify key themes and synthesise data. FINDINGS Twenty-eight studies were included, representing the experiences of 958 women. Five themes reflect women's holistic needs through their journey from initial diagnosis to postpartum: psychological impact, information and education, making change for better health, support, and care transition. DISCUSSION The biomedical, fetal-centric model of care neglects the woman's holistic wellbeing resulting in high levels of unmet need. Discontinuity between tertiary and primary services results in a missed opportunity to assist women to make longer term changes that would benefit themselves (and their families) into the future. CONCLUSIONS The provision of holistic models of care for this cohort is pivotal to improving clinical outcomes and the experiences of women with GDM.
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- Deborah Davis
- University of Canberra, Faculty of Health, Australia; ACT Government, Health Directorate, Australia.
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- University of Canberra, Faculty of Health, Australia
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- University of Canberra, Faculty of Health, Australia
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- University of Canberra, Faculty of Health, Australia
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Osei-Safo EK, Lim S, Makama M, Chen M, Skouteris H, Taylor F, Harrison CL, Hutchesson M, Bennett CJ, Teede H, Melder A, Moran LJ. Preferred lifestyle intervention characteristics and behaviour change needs of postpartum women following cardiometabolic pregnancy complications. WOMEN'S HEALTH (LONDON, ENGLAND) 2024; 20:17455057241247748. [PMID: 39066466 PMCID: PMC11282569 DOI: 10.1177/17455057241247748] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/22/2023] [Revised: 03/14/2024] [Accepted: 03/29/2024] [Indexed: 07/28/2024]
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BACKGROUND Women with cardiometabolic pregnancy complications are at increased risk of future diabetes and heart disease which can be reduced through lifestyle management postpartum. OBJECTIVES This study aimed to explore preferred intervention characteristics and behaviour change needs of women with or without prior cardiometabolic pregnancy complications for engaging in postpartum lifestyle interventions. DESIGN Quantitative cross-sectional study. METHODS Online survey. RESULTS Overall, 473 women were included, 207 (gestational diabetes (n = 105), gestational hypertension (n = 39), preeclampsia (n = 35), preterm birth (n = 65) and small for gestational age (n = 23)) with and 266 without prior cardiometabolic pregnancy complications. Women with and without complications had similar intervention preferences, with delivery ideally by a healthcare professional with expertise in women's health, occurring during maternal child health nurse visits or online, commencing 7 weeks to 3 months post birth, with 15- to 30-min monthly sessions, lasting 1 year and including monitoring of progress and social support. Women with prior complications preferred intervention content on women's health, mental health, exercise, mother's diet and their children's health and needed to know more about how to change behaviour, have more time to do it and feel they want to do it enough to participate. There were significant differences between groups, with more women with prior cardiometabolic pregnancy complications wanting content on women's health (87.9% vs 80.8%, p = 0.037), mother's diet (72.5% vs 60.5%, p = 0.007), preventing diabetes or heart disease (43.5% vs 27.4%, p < 0.001) and exercise after birth (78.3% vs 68.0%, p = 0.014), having someone to monitor their progress (69.6% vs 58.6%, p = 0.014), needing the necessary materials (47.3% vs 37.6%, p = 0.033), triggers to prompt them (44.0% vs 31.6%, p = 0.006) and feeling they want to do it enough (73.4%, 63.2%, p = 0.018). CONCLUSION These unique preferences should be considered in future postpartum lifestyle interventions to enhance engagement, improve health and reduce risk of future cardiometabolic disease in these high-risk women.
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- Elaine K Osei-Safo
- Monash Centre for Health Research and Implementation (MCHRI), Monash University, Clayton, VIC, Australia
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- Monash Centre for Health Research and Implementation (MCHRI), Monash University, Clayton, VIC, Australia
- Eastern Health Clinical School, Monash University, Box Hill, VIC, Australia
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- Monash Centre for Health Research and Implementation (MCHRI), Monash University, Clayton, VIC, Australia
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- Monash Centre for Health Research and Implementation (MCHRI), Monash University, Clayton, VIC, Australia
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- Health and Social Care Unit, Monash University, Clayton, VIC, Australia
- Warwick Business School, Coventry, UK
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- Monash Centre for Health Research and Implementation (MCHRI), Monash University, Clayton, VIC, Australia
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- Monash Centre for Health Research and Implementation (MCHRI), Monash University, Clayton, VIC, Australia
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- Department of Nutrition, Dietetics and Food, Monash University, Notting Hill, VIC, Australia
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- Monash Centre for Health Research and Implementation (MCHRI), Monash University, Clayton, VIC, Australia
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- Eastern Health Clinical School, Monash University, Box Hill, VIC, Australia
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- Monash Centre for Health Research and Implementation (MCHRI), Monash University, Clayton, VIC, Australia
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Yamada K, Endo M, Ohashi K. Depression and diet-related distress among Japanese women with gestational diabetes mellitus. Nurs Health Sci 2023; 25:609-618. [PMID: 37772678 DOI: 10.1111/nhs.13054] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/15/2022] [Revised: 08/26/2023] [Accepted: 09/17/2023] [Indexed: 09/30/2023]
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Although the association between gestational diabetes mellitus (GDM) and maternal postpartum depression has been reported, the association between these two factors during pregnancy has not been sufficiently examined. We compared pregnant women with and without GDM to clarify the association and examined factors related to depression in pregnant women with GDM. Questionnaires were administered longitudinally to pregnant Japanese women in the third trimester and at 2 and 4 weeks postpartum. One hundred and five and 108 pregnant women with and without GDM, respectively, were included in the study. Of the 105 women with GDM, 20 (19.0%) reported being depressed during pregnancy, which was significantly higher than that among those without GDM (9.3%). Binomial logistic regression analysis revealed that depression was significantly positively associated with diet-related distress and negatively associated with social support among women with GDM. Diet-related distress and social support are important factors in managing depression in pregnant women with GDM.
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- Kanako Yamada
- Graduate School of Nuring, Osaka Metropolitan University, Osaka, Japan
- Division of Health Science, Graduate School of Medicine, Osaka University, Osaka, Japan
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- Division of Health Science, Graduate School of Medicine, Osaka University, Osaka, Japan
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Smyth S, Mulligan K, Rutter E, Harrington L, Hatunic M, Higgins MF. Attitudes of women with gestational diabetes toward diet and exercise: a qualitative study. J Matern Fetal Neonatal Med 2023; 36:2155045. [PMID: 36599434 DOI: 10.1080/14767058.2022.2155045] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/30/2022] [Revised: 11/29/2022] [Accepted: 11/30/2022] [Indexed: 01/06/2023]
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OBJECTIVE Gestational diabetes (GDM) refers to glucose intolerance of varying severity first occurring in pregnancy. Following a diagnosis of GDM, exercise and dietary modification has a positive effect on improving glycemic control. Lifestyle changes affected in pregnancies affected by GDM have beneficial effects on long-term health if continued following birth. In addition, the psychological impact of a diagnosis of GDM should not be overlooked. Reports of maternal stress, anxiety, and fear are commonly reported issues in the literature. Support, both socially and from health care professionals, is also linked with higher rates of success in GDM management. Research to date had focused on women's reaction to a diagnosis of GDM, their mood and quality of life following a diagnosis, and their knowledge or opinions on the management of GDM. This qualitative study explored the attitudes of women with GDM toward these lifestyle changes, specifically diet and exercise. Women were also asked to identify advice that would be useful for other women newly diagnosed with GDM. METHODS With ethical approval a qualitative study was conducted using semi-structured interviews which were examined using Thematic Analysis. Patients were invited to participate and gave written consent after a discussion with a study researcher. The question plan for semi-structured interviews was designed with the advice of patient advocates. Recurrent themes were developed until the saturation of data. RESULTS Thirty-two women took part in the study. Time, convenience, and lack of educational awareness were common barriers to healthy eating and physical activity plans. Enablers for change included meal planning and organization. Women regarded their diets pre-diagnosis as healthy, with small "tweaks" (such as portion control) required to comply with recommendations. Another significant facilitator to change was support from the woman's partner. This also set a benchmark for plans of diet maintenance within the family structure after pregnancy. Unlike dietary changes, a consistent theme was that exercise was considered a "chore" in managing GDM and was unlikely to be continued in the long term. Practical advice offered by participants for other women with GDM included organization, realistic approaches, and lack of self-blame. CONCLUSION Women reported that changes in diet would be more achievable in the long term than changes in exercise patterns. Partners and the clinical team were significant sources of support. Women's views are crucial to providing clinicians with a comprehensive and holistic understanding of disease management. Involving women in self-care decisions and empowering women to manage their own health are key contributors to long-term behavior change as well as service provision and policy implementation.
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- S Smyth
- UCD Perinatal Research Center, School of Medicine, National Maternity Hospital, University College Dublin, Dublin, Republic of Ireland
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- UCD Perinatal Research Center, School of Medicine, National Maternity Hospital, University College Dublin, Dublin, Republic of Ireland
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- Department of Midwifery, National Maternity Hospital, Dublin, Republic of Ireland
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- Department of Dietetics, National Maternity Hospital, Dublin, Republic of Ireland
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- Department of Endocrinology, National Maternity Hospital and Mater Misercordiae Hospital, Dublin, Republic of Ireland
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- UCD Perinatal Research Center, School of Medicine, National Maternity Hospital, University College Dublin, Dublin, Republic of Ireland
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Sohmaran C, Bte Mohamed Rahim A, Chua JYX, Shorey S. Perceptions of primiparous women diagnosed with gestational diabetes mellitus: A descriptive qualitative study. Midwifery 2023; 125:103802. [PMID: 37657131 DOI: 10.1016/j.midw.2023.103802] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/17/2023] [Revised: 08/13/2023] [Accepted: 08/25/2023] [Indexed: 09/03/2023]
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OBJECTIVE To understand the perceptions of primiparous women recently diagnosed with Gestational Diabetes Mellitus (GDM) in Singapore. DESIGN A descriptive qualitative study design. SETTING An outpatient women's health clinic in a tertiary hospital in Singapore. PARTICIPANTS Twelve English-speaking primiparous women (aged 27-44 years old) who were diagnosed with GDM were recruited via purposive sampling to participate in this study. METHODS Face-to-face interviews were carried out with study participants in a private room at the outpatient clinic from December 2019 to May 2021. All interviews were audio-recorded and transcribed verbatim on the same day. Data analysis was guided by Braun and Clarke's thematic analysis framework. FINDINGS Four main themes were identified from this study's findings: (1) Life leading to GDM: A 'hint' that something was wrong, (2) Reactions to diagnosis: Shock or acceptance, (3) Learning to cope: Facing internal and external challenges, and (4) Living with GDM: A way forward. KEY CONCLUSIONS AND IMPLICATIONS FOR PRACTICE Primiparous women with GDM require comprehensive informational, practical, and emotional support to help them manage and accept their condition. Healthcare providers are encouraged to provide individualised and holistic care to these women using a humanistic approach. Accessible online educational resources and peer support services could be considered. Public campaigns to increase the general public's awareness of GDM would also allow future women and their families to be more familiar with the condition and hence more prepared to cope with it.
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- Chithrra Sohmaran
- Nursing Division, KK Women's and Children's Hospital, 100 Bukit Timah Road, 229899, Singapore
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- Nursing Division, Obstetric Day Assessment Centre, KK Women's and Children's Hospital, 100 Bukit Timah Road, 229899, Singapore
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- Alice Lee Centre for Nursing Studies, Yong Loo Lin School of Medicine, National University of Singapore, Singapore
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- Alice Lee Centre for Nursing Studies, Yong Loo Lin School of Medicine, National University of Singapore, Singapore.
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Abubakari A, Bukari M, Malechi H, Garti H, Agbozo F. I got frightened and felt strange. I even cried a lot after the diagnosis; the experiences on the screening and management of gestational diabetes mellitus among diagnosed women. BMC Res Notes 2023; 16:236. [PMID: 37770971 PMCID: PMC10540323 DOI: 10.1186/s13104-023-06494-w] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/13/2023] [Accepted: 09/03/2023] [Indexed: 09/30/2023] Open
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INTRODUCTION Understanding the experiences of women diagnosed with Gestational Diabetes Mellitus (GDM) can improve screening, management, and postpartum care. Therefore, this study sought to investigate experiences on the screening and management of GDM among diagnosed women. METHODS This was a facility-based explorative qualitative design among five purposively sampled women diagnosed with GDM who were receiving care from healthcare professionals. Women were asked about their reaction to being diagnosed with GDM, their experiences with care, training, self-monitoring, and challenges with the management of GDM, and data obtained were analysed using thematic analysis. RESULTS Based on the thematic analysis, three main themes and ten sub-themes were generated. They were emotional experience (prior information on GDM before being diagnosed, and feelings about the diagnosis and blood glucose measurement), information source and care experience (source of information on healthy diet, training on blood glucose measurement, experiences with follow-up, and general impressions on GDM care), and dietary and lifestyle experience ( perceptions on dietary approaches, difficulties in getting and adhering to dietary and lifestyle guidelines, alternative treatment methods patronized, and effectiveness of dietary and lifestyle approaches). CONCLUSION The themes generated had psycho-emotional underpinning, and underscores the importance of psychotherapy when disclosing disease status and initiating medical care. The findings of this study could be important for the optimisation of GDM care and services for affected women.
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- Abdulai Abubakari
- Department of Global and International Health, School of Public Health, University for Development Studies, Tamale, Ghana
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- Department of Nutritional Sciences, School of Allied Health Sciences, University for Development Studies, Tamale, Ghana.
- Department of Social and Behavioral Change, School of Public Health, University for Development Studies, Tamale, Ghana.
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- Department of Obstetrics and Gynaecology, Tamale Teaching Hospital, P.O. Box TL 16, Tamale, Ghana
- Department of Obstetrics and Gynaecology, School of Medicine, University for Development Studies, Tamale, Ghana
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- Department of Nutritional Sciences, School of Allied Health Sciences, University for Development Studies, Tamale, Ghana
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- Heidelberg Institute of Global Health, Heidelberg University, 69120, Heidelberg, Germany
- Department of Family and Community Health, Fred N. Binka School of Public Health, University of Allied Health Sciences, Private Mail Box 31, Ho, Ghana
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Lake AJ, Williams A, Neven ACH, Boyle JA, Dunbar JA, Hendrieckx C, Morrison M, O’Reilly SL, Teede H, Speight J. Barriers to and enablers of type 2 diabetes screening among women with prior gestational diabetes: A qualitative study applying the Theoretical Domains Framework. FRONTIERS IN CLINICAL DIABETES AND HEALTHCARE 2023; 4:1086186. [PMID: 36993822 PMCID: PMC10012118 DOI: 10.3389/fcdhc.2023.1086186] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/01/2022] [Accepted: 01/12/2023] [Indexed: 03/02/2023]
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Introduction Women with previous gestational diabetes mellitus (GDM) are at increased risk of type 2 diabetes (T2D). Guidelines recommend postnatal diabetes screening (oral glucose tolerance test or HbA1c) typically 6-12 weeks after birth, with screening maintained at regular intervals thereafter. Despite this, around half of women are not screened, representing a critical missed opportunity for early identification of prediabetes or type 2 diabetes. While policy and practice-level recommendations are comprehensive, those at the personal-level primarily focus on increasing screening knowledge and risk perception, potentially missing other influential behavioral determinants. We aimed to identify modifiable, personal-level factors impacting postpartum type 2 diabetes screening among Australian women with prior gestational diabetes and recommend intervention functions and behavior change techniques to underpin intervention content. Research design and methods Semi-structured interviews with participants recruited via Australia's National Gestational Diabetes Register, using a guide based on the Theoretical Domains Framework (TDF). Using an inductive-deductive approach, we coded data to TDF domains. We used established criteria to identify 'important' domains which we then mapped to the Capability, Opportunity, Motivation-Behavior (COM-B) model. Results Nineteen women participated: 34 ± 4 years, 19 ± 4 months postpartum, 63% Australian-born, 90% metropolitan, 58% screened for T2D according to guidelines. Eight TDF domains were identified: 'knowledge', 'memory, attention, and decision-making processes', 'environmental context and resources', 'social influences', 'emotion', 'beliefs about consequences', 'social role and identity', and 'beliefs about capabilities'. Study strengths include a methodologically rigorous design; limitations include low recruitment and homogenous sample. Conclusions This study identified numerous modifiable barriers and enablers to postpartum T2D screening for women with prior GDM. By mapping to the COM-B, we identified intervention functions and behavior change techniques to underpin intervention content. These findings provide a valuable evidence base for developing messaging and interventions that target the behavioral determinants most likely to optimize T2D screening uptake among women with prior GDM. .
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- Amelia J. Lake
- School of Psychology, Deakin University, Geelong, VIC, Australia
- The Australian Centre for Behavioral Research in Diabetes, Diabetes Victoria, Melbourne, VIC, Australia
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- School of Psychology, Deakin University, Geelong, VIC, Australia
- The Australian Centre for Behavioral Research in Diabetes, Diabetes Victoria, Melbourne, VIC, Australia
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- Monash Centre for Health Research and Implementation, Monash Public Health and Preventive Medicine, Monash University, Clayton, VIC, Australia
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- Monash Centre for Health Research and Implementation, Monash Public Health and Preventive Medicine, Monash University, Clayton, VIC, Australia
- Monash Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Monash Health, Clayton, VIC, Australia
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- Deakin Rural Health, School of Medicine, Deakin University, Warrnambool, VIC, Australia
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- School of Psychology, Deakin University, Geelong, VIC, Australia
- The Australian Centre for Behavioral Research in Diabetes, Diabetes Victoria, Melbourne, VIC, Australia
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- School of Exercise & Nutrition Science, Deakin University, Burwood, VIC, Australia
- UCD Institute of Food and Health, College of Health and Agricultural Sciences, University College Dublin, Dublin, Ireland
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- Monash Centre for Health Research and Implementation, Monash Public Health and Preventive Medicine, Monash University, Clayton, VIC, Australia
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- School of Psychology, Deakin University, Geelong, VIC, Australia
- The Australian Centre for Behavioral Research in Diabetes, Diabetes Victoria, Melbourne, VIC, Australia
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Oxlad M, Whitburn S, Grieger JA. The Complexities of Managing Gestational Diabetes in Women of Culturally and Linguistically Diverse Backgrounds: A Qualitative Study of Women's Experiences. Nutrients 2023; 15:nu15041053. [PMID: 36839411 PMCID: PMC9967365 DOI: 10.3390/nu15041053] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/10/2023] [Revised: 02/14/2023] [Accepted: 02/17/2023] [Indexed: 02/22/2023] Open
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AIM This study aimed to explore women's perspectives and experiences concerning how culture impacts the lifestyle management of gestational diabetes mellitus (GDM) in women of culturally and linguistically diverse (CALD) backgrounds. METHODS Women of any cultural background diagnosed with GDM within the previous 12 months were purposively recruited from two Australian metropolitan hospitals. Data collected using semi-structured interviews (n = 18) and focus groups (n = 15 women in three groups) were analysed using reflexive thematic analysis. RESULTS Three themes were generated: "cultural beliefs and obligations impact lifestyle management of gestational diabetes", which describes how some cultures lack awareness about GDM, and modifications or restrictions were viewed as depriving the infant, but sometimes adaptions could be made so that a culturally appropriate meal was suitable for GDM management; "the relationship between cultural foods and gestational diabetes management", which discusses how important cultural foods may be incompatible with appropriate GDM management, so women worked to find solutions; "gestational diabetes education lacks cultural awareness and sensitivity", which illustrates how current education fails to address differences in cultural beliefs, language and eating practices. CONCLUSION Cultural beliefs, obligations and food practices must be considered when assisting women of CALD backgrounds using lifestyle modification to manage GDM. GDM education must be culturally sensitive and competent and, where possible, be delivered by health professionals of a shared cultural group.
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- Melissa Oxlad
- School of Psychology, The University of Adelaide, Adelaide, SA 5000, Australia
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- School of Psychology, The University of Adelaide, Adelaide, SA 5000, Australia
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- Adelaide Medical School, The University of Adelaide, Adelaide, SA 5000, Australia
- Robinson Research Institute, The University of Adelaide, Adelaide, SA 5005, Australia
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A scoping review of gestational diabetes mellitus healthcare: experiences of care reported by pregnant women internationally. BMC Pregnancy Childbirth 2022; 22:627. [PMID: 35941555 PMCID: PMC9361509 DOI: 10.1186/s12884-022-04931-5] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/30/2022] [Accepted: 07/14/2022] [Indexed: 11/16/2022] Open
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Background Gestational diabetes mellitus (GDM) is a condition associated with pregnancy that engenders additional healthcare demand. A growing body of research includes empirical studies focused on pregnant women’s GDM healthcare experiences. The aim of this scoping review is to map findings, highlight gaps and investigate the way research has been conducted into the healthcare experiences of women with GDM. Methods A systematic search of primary research using a number of databases was conducted in September 2021. Studies were included if they had an explicit aim of focusing on GDM and included direct reporting of participants’ experiences of healthcare. Key data from each study was extracted into a purposely-designed form and synthesised using descriptive statistics and thematic analysis. Results Fifty-seven articles were included in the analysis. The majority of studies used qualitative methodology, and did not have an explicit theoretical orientation. Most studies were conducted in urban areas of high-income countries and recruitment and research was almost fully conducted in clinical and other healthcare settings. Women found inadequate information a key challenge, and support from healthcare providers a critical factor. Experiences of prescribed diet, medication and monitoring greatly varied across settings. Additional costs associated with managing GDM was cited as a problem in some studies. Overall, women reported significant mental distress in relation to their experience of GDM. Conclusions This scoping review draws together reported healthcare experiences of pregnant women with GDM from around the world. Commonalities and differences in the global patient experience of GDM healthcare are identified. Supplementary Information The online version contains supplementary material available at 10.1186/s12884-022-04931-5.
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Lake AJ, Neven ACH, Williams A, O'Reilly SL, Hendrieckx C, Morrison M, Dunbar J, Teede H, Boyle JA, Speight J. Barriers to and enablers of type 2 diabetes screening among women with prior gestational diabetes: A systematic review update and qualitative synthesis applying the Theoretical Domains Framework. Diabet Med 2022; 39:e14772. [PMID: 34953147 DOI: 10.1111/dme.14772] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/22/2021] [Accepted: 12/20/2021] [Indexed: 11/28/2022]
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AIMS Women with prior gestational diabetes have nearly 10 times the risk of developing type 2 diabetes. Postpartum screening for type 2 diabetes is recommended for early diagnosis and management, yet uptake is low. This work updates a previous systematic review and advances it through the application of the Theoretical Domains Framework (TDF) to synthesise personal-level factors impacting type 2 diabetes screening and the Capability, Opportunity, Motivation-Behaviour model (COM-B), to develop messaging recommendations for use in clinical practice and screening promotion interventions. METHODS We searched seven academic databases from September 2017 (prior review) to April 2021, reference lists and grey literature. Two reviewers independently screened articles against inclusion criteria (qualitative studies exploring factors impacting postpartum diabetes screening, any language) and extracted data. Using an inductive-deductive model, we coded determinants to the TDF and mapped onto the COM-B model. RESULTS We identified 38 eligible papers from 34 studies (N = 1291 participants). Most (71%) reported sample sizes of N ≥ 16. The ratio of barriers to enablers was three to one. Eight key TDF domains were identified. Evidence-based recommendations include addressing knowledge, risk perception, fear of diabetes diagnosis, low prioritisation of personal health and fatalism. The risk of bias was low and confidence in findings was moderate to high. A limitation was conceptual overlap between TDF domains, which we addressed via the study procedure. CONCLUSIONS The theoretical categorisation of determinants enables the development of messaging and interventions at the personal level, to promote women's uptake of postpartum type 2 diabetes screening.
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- Amelia J Lake
- School of Psychology, Deakin University, Geelong, Victoria, Australia
- The Australian Centre for Behavioural Research in Diabetes, Diabetes Victoria, Melbourne, Victoria, Australia
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- Monash Centre for Health Research and Implementation, Monash Public Health and Preventive Medicine, Monash University, Clayton, Victoria, Australia
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- School of Psychology, Deakin University, Geelong, Victoria, Australia
- The Australian Centre for Behavioural Research in Diabetes, Diabetes Victoria, Melbourne, Victoria, Australia
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- Centre for Physical Activity and Nutrition Research, Deakin University, Burwood, Victoria, Australia
- UCD Institute of Food and Health, School of Agriculture and Food Science, University College, Dublin, Ireland
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- School of Psychology, Deakin University, Geelong, Victoria, Australia
- The Australian Centre for Behavioural Research in Diabetes, Diabetes Victoria, Melbourne, Victoria, Australia
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- Diabetes Australia, Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia
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- Deakin Rural Health, School of Medicine, Deakin University, Warrnambool, Victoria, Australia
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- Monash Centre for Health Research and Implementation, Monash Public Health and Preventive Medicine, Monash University, Clayton, Victoria, Australia
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- Monash Centre for Health Research and Implementation, Monash Public Health and Preventive Medicine, Monash University, Clayton, Victoria, Australia
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- School of Psychology, Deakin University, Geelong, Victoria, Australia
- The Australian Centre for Behavioural Research in Diabetes, Diabetes Victoria, Melbourne, Victoria, Australia
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Dai F, Mani H, Nurul SR, Tan KH. Risk stratification of women with gestational diabetes mellitus using mutually exclusive categories based on the International Association of Diabetes and Pregnancy Study Groups criteria for the development of postpartum dysglycaemia: a retrospective cohort study. BMJ Open 2022; 12:e055458. [PMID: 35177456 PMCID: PMC8860034 DOI: 10.1136/bmjopen-2021-055458] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/13/2021] [Accepted: 01/31/2022] [Indexed: 11/17/2022] Open
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OBJECTIVES Women with gestational diabetes mellitus (GDM) are more predisposed to develop postpartum diabetes mellitus (DM). This study aimed to estimate the relative risk (RR) of postpartum dysglycaemia (prediabetes and DM) using mutually exclusive categories according to the International Association of Diabetes and Pregnancy Study Groups (IADPSG) criteria cut-off points in patients with GDM, so as to establish a risk-stratification method for developing GDM management strategies. DESIGN, SETTING AND PARTICIPANTS In this retrospective cohort study, 942 women who had been diagnosed with GDM (IADPSG criteria) at 24-28 weeks of gestation from November 2016 to April 2018 underwent a 75 g oral glucose tolerance test (OGTT) at 6-12 weeks postpartum in a tertiary hospital of Singapore. Seven mutually exclusive categories (three one timepoint positive categories (fasting, 1 hour and 2 hours), three two timepoint positive categories (fasting+1 hour, fasting+2 hours and 1 hour+2 hours) and one three timepoint positive category (fasting+1 hour+2 hours)) were derived from the three timepoint antenatal OGTT according to the IADPSG criteria. To calculate the RRs of postpartum dysglyceamia of each mutually exclusive group, logistic regression was applied. RESULTS 924 mothers with GDM, whose mean age was 32.7±4.7 years, were mainly composed of Chinese (45.4%), Malay (21.7%) and Indian (14.3%) ethnicity. The total prevalence of postnatal dysglycaemia was 16.7% at 6-12 weeks postpartum. Stratifying subjects into seven mutually exclusive categories, the RRs of the one-time, two-time and three-time positive groups of the antenatal OGTT test were 1.0 (Ref.), 2.0 (95% CI=1.3 to 3.1; p=0.001) and 6.7 (95% CI=4.1 to 10.9; p<0.001), respectively, which could be used to categorise patients with GDM into low-risk, intermediate-risk and high-risk group. CONCLUSIONS Mutually exclusive categories could be useful for risk stratification and early management of patients with prenatal GDM. It is plausible and can be easily translated into clinical practice.
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- Fei Dai
- Divsion of Obstetrics and Gynaecology, KK Women's and Children's Hospital, Singapore
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- Lee Kong Chian School of Medicine, Nanyang Technological University, Singapore
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- Divsion of Obstetrics and Gynaecology, KK Women's and Children's Hospital, Singapore
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- Department of Maternal Fetal Medicine, KK Women's and Children's Hospital, Singapore
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Faal Siahkal S, Javadifar N, Najafian M, Iravani M, Zakerkish M, Heshmati R. The psychosocial challenges associated with gestational diabetes mellitus: A systematic review of qualitative studies. Prim Care Diabetes 2022; 16:11-26. [PMID: 34538572 DOI: 10.1016/j.pcd.2021.09.003] [Citation(s) in RCA: 10] [Impact Index Per Article: 5.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/16/2021] [Revised: 08/30/2021] [Accepted: 09/06/2021] [Indexed: 12/25/2022]
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BACKGROUND Gestational diabetes is a disease with complex management that requires multidisciplinary collaboration. To achieve treatment goals, in addition to using medications and paying attention to exercise and diet, it is also important to take into account the mental health and psychosocial aspects of diabetes management. This study aimed to highlight these challenges associated with gestational diabetes. METHOD This qualitative systematic review involved a search of the following databases: CINAHL, EMBASE, MEDLINE, and PsycINFO. Title, abstract, and full-text screening was done using Covidence software, and quality assessment of the included papers was conducted using the Critical Appraisal Skills Programme Checklist. Enhancing transparency in reporting the synthesis of the qualitative research statement (ENTREQ) was used in the design of this paper. Data synthesis was done using meta-aggregation method. RESULTS Out of the 2440 articles searched, 24 were qualitatively analyzed. The CASP score of the included papers was optimal. The 514 findings extracted from the 24 studies were aggregated into five broad conceptual categories: psychological challenges, socio-cultural challenges, information-communication challenges, challenges associated with a lifestyle change, and challenges related to health care. CONCLUSION Recognizing the psychosocial challenges associated with gestational diabetes and developing support packages tailored to psychosocial needs can help improve the management of these patients.
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- Shahla Faal Siahkal
- Midwifery Department, Nursing & Midwifery School, Ahvaz Jundishapur University of Medical Sciences, Ahvaz, Iran.
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- Reproductive Health Promotion Research Center, Ahvaz Jundishapur University of Medical Sciences, Ahvaz, Iran.
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- Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, School of Medicine, Fertility, Infertility and Perinatology Research Center, Ahvaz Jundishapur University of Medical Sciences, Ahvaz, Iran.
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- Reproductive Health Promotion Research Center, Midwifery and Reproductive Health Department, Ahvaz Jundishapur University of Medical Sciences, Ahvaz, Iran.
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- Department of Endocrinology and Metabolism, Faculty of Medicine, Diabetes Research Center, Ahvaz Jundishapur University of Medical Sciences, Ahvaz, Iran.
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- Department of Psychology, Faculty of Education and Psychology, University of Tabriz, Tabriz, Iran.
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Yu X, Liu Y, Huang Y, Zeng T. The effect of nonpharmacological interventions on the mental health of high-risk pregnant women: A systematic review. Complement Ther Med 2022; 64:102799. [PMID: 34995769 DOI: 10.1016/j.ctim.2022.102799] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/28/2021] [Revised: 12/31/2021] [Accepted: 01/03/2022] [Indexed: 11/19/2022] Open
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OBJECTIVES To evaluate the effect of nonpharmacological interventions on the mental health of high-risk pregnant women. METHODS This review followed the Preferred Reporting Items for Systematic Reviews and Meta-Analyses 2020 (PRISMA) statement. The Cochrane Library, Embase, CINAHL, PubMed and Web of Science databases were systematically searched for randomized controlled trials and quasi-randomized controlled trials from inception to April 2021. The quality of the studies was assessed using the Cochrane Risk of Bias Tool 2.0. Data were independently extracted and narratively synthesized. RESULTS Fifteen studies involving 1723 pregnant women were selected. Nonpharmacological interventions included cognitive behavioral interventions, yoga, relaxation interventions, psychological and educational support interventions, and acupressure. Cognitive behavioral interventions and yoga for high-risk pregnant women had potential benefits on the symptoms of anxiety, stress and depression. There was insufficient evidence that relaxation interventions, psychological and educational support interventions and acupressure had positive effects on these women's mental health. CONCLUSIONS This review showed that cognitive behavioral interventions and yoga during pregnancy may benefit women with high-risk pregnancies. However, due to methodological limitations of this review, further studies with robust methodological designs are needed to verify the efficacy.
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- Xiaoyan Yu
- Department of Nursing, Tongji Hospital, Tongji Medical College, Huazhong University of Science and Technology, No. 1095 Jiefang Avenue, Wuhan 430030, China
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- Department of Nursing, Tongji Hospital, Tongji Medical College, Huazhong University of Science and Technology, No. 1095 Jiefang Avenue, Wuhan 430030, China.
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- Department of Nursing, Tongji Hospital, Tongji Medical College, Huazhong University of Science and Technology, No. 1095 Jiefang Avenue, Wuhan 430030, China
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- Department of Nursing, Tongji Hospital, Tongji Medical College, Huazhong University of Science and Technology, No. 1095 Jiefang Avenue, Wuhan 430030, China
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Lawrence RL, Ward K, Wall CR, Bloomfield FH. New Zealand women's experiences of managing gestational diabetes through diet: a qualitative study. BMC Pregnancy Childbirth 2021; 21:819. [PMID: 34886814 PMCID: PMC8662890 DOI: 10.1186/s12884-021-04297-0] [Citation(s) in RCA: 4] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/02/2021] [Accepted: 11/23/2021] [Indexed: 12/25/2022] Open
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Background For women with gestational diabetes mellitus (GDM) poor dietary choices can have deleterious consequences for both themselves and their baby. Diet is a well-recognised primary strategy for the management of GDM. Women who develop GDM may receive dietary recommendations from a range of sources that may be inconsistent and are often faced with needing to make several dietary adaptations in a short period of time to achieve glycaemic control. The aim of this study was to explore how women diagnosed with GDM perceive dietary recommendations and how this information influences their dietary decisions during pregnancy and beyond. Methods Women diagnosed with GDM before 30 weeks’ gestation were purposively recruited from two GDM clinics in Auckland, New Zealand. Data were generated using semi-structured interviews and thematic analysed to identify themes describing women’s perceptions and experiences of dietary recommendations for the management of GDM. Results Eighteen women from a diverse range of sociodemographic backgrounds participated in the study. Three interconnected themes described women’s perceptions of dietary recommendations and experiences in managing their GDM through diet: managing GDM is a balancing act; using the numbers as evidence, and the GDM timeframe. The primary objective of dietary advice was perceived to be to control blood glucose levels and this was central to each theme. Women faced a number of challenges in adhering to dietary recommendations. Their relationships with healthcare professionals played a significant role in their perception of advice and motivation to adhere to recommendations. Many women perceived the need to follow dietary recommendations to be temporary, with few planning to continue dietary adaptations long-term. Conclusions The value of empathetic, individually tailored advice was highlighted in this study. A greater emphasis on establishing healthy dietary habits not just during pregnancy but for the long-term health of both mother and baby is needed. Supplementary Information The online version contains supplementary material available at 10.1186/s12884-021-04297-0.
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- R L Lawrence
- The Liggins Institute, The University of Auckland, Building 505, Level 2, 85 Park Road, Grafton, Auckland, 1023, New Zealand
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- School of Nursing, University of Auckland, Auckland, New Zealand
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- Faculty of Medical and Health Sciences, University of Auckland, Auckland, New Zealand
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- The Liggins Institute, The University of Auckland, Building 505, Level 2, 85 Park Road, Grafton, Auckland, 1023, New Zealand.
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Lis-Kuberka J, Orczyk-Pawiłowicz M. Polish Women Have Moderate Knowledge of Gestational Diabetes Mellitus and Breastfeeding Benefits. INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF ENVIRONMENTAL RESEARCH AND PUBLIC HEALTH 2021; 18:ijerph181910409. [PMID: 34639709 PMCID: PMC8508017 DOI: 10.3390/ijerph181910409] [Citation(s) in RCA: 6] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/31/2021] [Revised: 09/28/2021] [Accepted: 09/29/2021] [Indexed: 12/30/2022]
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Gestational diabetes mellitus (GDM) is a multifaceted disease and is associated with complications for newborns and mothers. The aim of the study was to assess Polish women’s knowledge concerning GDM and their attitude to breastfeeding. As a research tool, an anonymous online survey that included 33 questions, grouped into three main sections—sociodemographic and obstetric variables, risk factors for GDM and neonatal adverse outcomes, and knowledge about breastfeeding—was used and administered online. A total of 410 women aged from 18 to 45 participated in this study. Based on the survey, it was demonstrated that the women had moderate knowledge concerning the maternal risk factors and adverse neonatal outcomes associated with GDM and, additionally, the short- and long-term effects of breastfeeding. Significantly deeper knowledge about GDM, including breastfeeding by GDM mothers, was observed among hyperglycemic mothers in comparison to normoglycemic mothers. However, knowledge concerning the health benefits of breastfeeding was not related to the mothers’ glycemic status. In conclusion, educational programs must include pre-pregnancy education of women and place emphasis on explaining the mechanism of development of GDM and the transformation of GDM to type 2 diabetes. This is crucial for changing the public’s perception of GDM as a temporary, reversible clinical entity.
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Sharma A, Birkeland KI, Nermoen I, Qvigstad E, Tran AT, Gulseth HL, Sollid ST, Wium C, Varsi C. Understanding mechanisms behind unwanted health behaviours in Nordic and South Asian women and how they affect their gestational diabetes follow-ups: A qualitative study. Diabet Med 2021; 38:e14651. [PMID: 34268812 DOI: 10.1111/dme.14651] [Citation(s) in RCA: 8] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/10/2021] [Revised: 06/16/2021] [Accepted: 07/13/2021] [Indexed: 12/31/2022]
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AIMS The type 2 diabetes risk following gestational diabetes mellitus (GDM) is high, particularly among South Asian women in Western countries. Our study aimed to advance the knowledge regarding the mechanisms behind suboptimal follow-up in the Nordic and South Asian women with previous GDM by comparing (1) their experiences, (2) health and disease perceptions and (3) barriers to and facilitators of health-promoting behaviours. METHODS This qualitative study was conducted in three hospital outpatient clinics in Norway, comprising six focus group interviews with 28 women 1-3 years after a pregnancy with GDM. The participants were purposively sampled and grouped according to their ethnicity. The data were analysed using thematic analysis, and a theoretical approach was applied to support the analysis and discuss the study's findings. RESULTS Five main themes were identified: lack of resilience, emotional distress, 'caught between a rock and a hard place', postpartum abandonment and insufficient guidance. The key determinants of the maintenance of unwanted health behaviours after GDM were consistent across the ethnic groups. Although the importance of a culturally sensitive approach was emphasised, it appeared secondary to the need for a more organised public healthcare during and after GDM. CONCLUSIONS Women's real-life constraints, combined with the inadequate healthcare-service implementation, could explain the non-adherence to the lifestyle-changes guidelines essential for preventing diabetes post-GDM. We suggest promoting specific coping strategies and changing the healthcare service approach rather than relying on women's capacity to initiate the necessary changes.
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- Archana Sharma
- Department of Endocrinology, Akershus University Hospital, Lørenskog, Norway
- Institute of Clinical Medicine, University of Oslo, Oslo, Norway
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- Institute of Clinical Medicine, University of Oslo, Oslo, Norway
- Department of Endocrinology, Morbid Obesity and Preventive Medicine, Oslo University Hospital, Oslo, Norway
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- Department of Endocrinology, Akershus University Hospital, Lørenskog, Norway
- Institute of Clinical Medicine, University of Oslo, Oslo, Norway
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- Institute of Clinical Medicine, University of Oslo, Oslo, Norway
- Department of Endocrinology, Morbid Obesity and Preventive Medicine, Oslo University Hospital, Oslo, Norway
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- Institute of Health and Society, Department of General Practice, University of Oslo, Oslo, Norway
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- Department of Medicine, Drammen Hospital, Vestre Viken Health Trust, Drammen, Norway
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- Department of Digital Health Research, Oslo University Hospital, Oslo, Norway
- Faculty of Health and Social Sciences, University of South-Eastern Norway, Drammen, Norway
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Nielsen JH, Melendez-Torres GJ, Rotevatn TA, Peven K, Fonager K, Overgaard C. How do reminder systems in follow-up screening for women with previous gestational diabetes work? - a realist review. BMC Health Serv Res 2021; 21:535. [PMID: 34074278 PMCID: PMC8167960 DOI: 10.1186/s12913-021-06569-z] [Citation(s) in RCA: 9] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/11/2020] [Accepted: 05/20/2021] [Indexed: 11/10/2022] Open
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BACKGROUND Women with previous gestational diabetes have an increased risk of developing type 2 diabetes later in life. Recommendations therefore urge these women to participate in follow-up screening, 4-12 weeks postpartum and every 1-3 years thereafter. We sought to theorize how reminder interventions to support early detection of diabetes work, for whom, and in what circumstances. METHODS We used a method informed by realist review and synthesis. A systematic, iterative search in six electronic databases (PubMed, MEDLINE Ovid, The Cochrane Library, CINAHL, EMBASE) had a primary focus on experimental intervention studies and included additional information in relation to identified intervention studies. Analysis inductively identified context-mechanism-outcome configurations present in the evidence. RESULTS We located 16 articles eligible for inclusion. A cross-case comparison identified seven grouped context-mechanism-outcome configurations leading to intervention mechanisms relating to changes in women's reasoning and behavior. Configurations were thematically ordered in relation to Systems Resources, Women's Circumstances, and Continuity of Care. These were mapped onto a socio-ecological model and discussed according to identified middle-range theories. CONCLUSION Our findings adds to the body of evidence, that reminders have the potential to be effective in increasing participation in the recommended follow-up screening. Our study may assist researchers and policy and decision makers to analyze and judge if reminders are feasible and/or likely to succeed in their specific context. Further research into the perspective of socially disadvantaged and overweight women is needed to avoid unintended consequences such as social inequality in service use and stigmatization in future programs.
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- Jane Hyldgaard Nielsen
- Department of Midwifery, University College of Northern Denmark, Selma Lagerløfs Vej 2, 9220, Aalborg Øst, Denmark.
- Public Health and Epidemiology Group, Department of Health Science and Technology, Aalborg University, Niels Jernes Vej, 14, 9220, Aalborg Øst, Denmark.
- Clinical Nursing Research Unit, Aalborg University Hospital, Aalborg, Denmark.
- DECIPHer, Cardiff School of Social Sciences, Cardiff University, Cardiff, Wales.
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- Peninsula Technology Assessment Group, University of Exeter Medical School, Exeter, UK
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- Public Health and Epidemiology Group, Department of Health Science and Technology, Aalborg University, Niels Jernes Vej, 14, 9220, Aalborg Øst, Denmark
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- Florence Nightingale Faculty of Nursing, Midwifery & Palliative Care, Department of Child and Family Health Nursing, Kings College London, London, UK
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- Department of Social Medicine, Aalborg University Hospital, Aalborg, Denmark
- Department of Clinical Medicine, Aalborg University, Aalborg, Denmark
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- Public Health and Epidemiology Group, Department of Health Science and Technology, Aalborg University, Niels Jernes Vej, 14, 9220, Aalborg Øst, Denmark
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Randall DA, Morris JM, Kelly P, Glastras SJ. Are newly introduced criteria for the diagnosis of gestational diabetes mellitus associated with improved pregnancy outcomes and/or increased interventions in New South Wales, Australia? A population-based data linkage study. BMJ Open Diabetes Res Care 2021; 9:9/1/e002277. [PMID: 34183322 PMCID: PMC8240580 DOI: 10.1136/bmjdrc-2021-002277] [Citation(s) in RCA: 6] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/15/2021] [Accepted: 05/22/2021] [Indexed: 12/14/2022] Open
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INTRODUCTION The incidence of gestational diabetes mellitus (GDM) is increasing in Australia, influenced by changed diagnostic criteria. We aimed to identify whether the diagnostic change was associated with improved outcomes and/or increased obstetric interventions using state-wide data in New South Wales (NSW), Australia. RESEARCH DESIGN AND METHODS Perinatal and hospital data were linked for singleton births, 33-41 weeks' gestation, 2006-2015, NSW. An adjusted Poisson model was used to split pregnancies from 2011 onwards into those that would have been diagnosed under the old criteria ('previous GDM') and newly diagnosed cases ('additional GDM'). We compared actual rates of total and early (<39 weeks) planned births, cesareans, and maternal and neonatal adverse outcomes for GDM-diagnosed pregnancies using three predicted scenarios, where the 'additional GDM' group was assumed to have the same rates as: the 'previous GDM' group <2011 (scenario A); the 'non-GDM' group <2011 (scenario B); or the 'non-GDM' group ≥2011 (scenario C). RESULTS GDM incidence more than doubled over the study period, with an inflection point observed at 2011. For those diagnosed with GDM since 2011, the actual incidence of interventions (planned births and cesareans) and macrosomia was consistent with scenario A, which meant higher intervention rates, but lower rates of macrosomia, than those with no GDM. Incidence of neonatal hypoglycemia was lower than scenario A and closer to the other scenarios. There was a reduction in perinatal deaths among those with GDM, lower than that predicted by all scenarios, indicating an improvement for all with GDM, not only women newly diagnosed. Incidence of maternal and neonatal morbidity indicators was within the confidence bounds for all three predicted scenarios. CONCLUSIONS Our study suggests that the widely adopted new diagnostic criteria for GDM are associated with increased obstetric intervention rates and lower rates of macrosomic babies, but with no clear impacts on maternal or neonatal morbidity.
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- Deborah A Randall
- The University of Sydney Northern Clinical School, Women and Babies Research, St Leonards, New South Wales, Australia
- Northern Sydney Local Health District, Kolling Institute, St Leonards, New South Wales, Australia
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- The University of Sydney Northern Clinical School, Women and Babies Research, St Leonards, New South Wales, Australia
- Northern Sydney Local Health District, Kolling Institute, St Leonards, New South Wales, Australia
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- The University of Sydney, School of Public Health, Sydney, New South Wales, Australia
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- Northern Sydney Local Health District, Kolling Institute, St Leonards, New South Wales, Australia
- Department of Diabetes, Endocrinology and Metabolism, Royal North Shore Hospital, St Leonards, New South Wales, Australia
- The University of Sydney, Northern Clinical School, St Leonards, New South Wales, Australia
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Perspectives on the psychological and emotional burden of having gestational diabetes amongst low-income women in Cape Town, South Africa. BMC WOMENS HEALTH 2020; 20:231. [PMID: 33046050 PMCID: PMC7552378 DOI: 10.1186/s12905-020-01093-4] [Citation(s) in RCA: 18] [Impact Index Per Article: 4.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/30/2020] [Accepted: 09/30/2020] [Indexed: 01/28/2023]
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Background The diagnosis of gestational diabetes mellitus (GDM) may affect women’s mental wellbeing, functioning and quality of life, with potentially negative effects on treatment adherence. Identifying and addressing the psychological and emotional needs of women with GDM, could have benefits for sustainable long-term behavioural change following the affected pregnancy. This study explored the lived experiences of women with GDM and the impact of GDM on their experience of pregnancy and sense of well-being. Methods Purposive sampling was used to recruit women who had been diagnosed with GDM in their previous pregnancy and received antenatal care at a tertiary hospital in Cape Town, South Africa. This was a descriptive qualitative study using a combination of focus groups and in-depth interviews for an in- depth exploration of women’s lived experiences of GDM, their context and perceived needs. Data analysis followed an iterative thematic analysis approach. Results Thirty-five women participated in nine focus groups and five in-depth interviews. Women discussed the emotional and psychological burden of having GDM, highlighting (i) their initial emotional reactions to receiving a GDM diagnosis, (ii) their experience of adjusting to the constraints of living with GDM (iii) their feelings of apprehension about childbirth and their maternal role and (iv) their feelings of abandonment in the post-partum period once the intensive support from both health system and family ends. Conclusions The current biomedical model used in the management of GDM, is highly foetal-centric and fails to acknowledge important psychological factors that contribute to women’s overall wellbeing and experience of pregnancy. These results demonstrate the importance of incorporating mental health support in the management and care for women with GDM in public health services, along with facilitating emotional support from partners and family members. Based on our findings, we recommend routine mental health and psychosocial vulnerability screening and monitoring for women diagnosed with GDM throughout pregnancy and postpartum to improve prognoses.
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Mishra S, Shetty A, Rao CR, Nayak S, Kamath A. Effect of maternal perceived stress during pregnancy on gestational diabetes mellitus risk: A prospective case-control study. Diabetes Metab Syndr 2020; 14:1163-1169. [PMID: 32673836 DOI: 10.1016/j.dsx.2020.06.048] [Citation(s) in RCA: 13] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/23/2019] [Revised: 06/20/2020] [Accepted: 06/22/2020] [Indexed: 12/11/2022]
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BACKGROUND AND AIMS A variety of risk factors have been reported for the development of gestational diabetes mellitus (GDM). But limited review on the role of antenatal perceived stress necessitated the design of the present study to evaluate the association between GDM and perceived stress during pregnancy. METHODS A prospective case-control study was carried out among 100 GDM cases and 273 matched controls, attending regular antenatal clinic at two private hospitals of Karnataka. Data was collected by personal interviews using a standard questionnaire. Perceived stress was assessed using the Cohen 10-item Perceived Stress Scale. Score of ≥20 was identified as high stress. Statistical Package for the Social Sciences version 15 was used for analysis. RESULTS Exposure rates for high maternal perceived stress among cases during pregnancy were noted. The odds of GDM were 13 folds higher among those with high antenatal stress (≥20) compared to those with low (<20) (p < 0.001) perceived stress. No correlation between maternal antenatal stress and blood glucose following OGTT was noted. CONCLUSIONS The study identified high perceived stress during pregnancy as a potential risk factor for GDM.
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- Surabhi Mishra
- Department of Community Medicine, Himalayan Institute of Medical Sciences (HIMS), Swami Rama Himalayan University (SRHU), Swami Ram Nagar, Jolly Grant, Dehradun, Uttarakhand, 248016, India.
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- Department of Community Medicine, Kasturba Medical College, Manipal, Manipal Academy of Higher Education (MAHE), Manipal, Karnataka, 576104, India.
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- Department of Community Medicine, Kasturba Medical College, Manipal, Manipal Academy of Higher Education (MAHE), Manipal, Karnataka, 576104, India.
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- Department of Obstetrics and Gynaecology, Dr. TMA Pai Rotary Hospital, Karkala, Melaka-Manipal Medical College, Manipal Academy of Higher Education (MAHE), Karnataka, 576104, India.
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- Department of Data Sciences, Prasanna School of Public Health, Manipal Academy of Higher Education (MAHE), Manipal, Karnataka, 576104, India.
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Barriers to postpartum follow-up of mothers with gestational diabetes mellitus and its implications: a mixed method study. Int J Diabetes Dev Ctries 2020. [DOI: 10.1007/s13410-020-00853-0] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 10/23/2022] Open
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He Z, Tang Y, Xie H, Lin Y, Liang S, Xu Y, Chen Z, Wu LZ, Sheng J, Bi X, Pang M, Akinwunmi B, Xiao X, Ming WK. Economic burden of IADPSG gestational diabetes diagnostic criteria in China: propensity score matching analysis from a 7-year retrospective cohort. BMJ Open Diabetes Res Care 2020; 8:e001538. [PMID: 32847843 PMCID: PMC7451487 DOI: 10.1136/bmjdrc-2020-001538] [Citation(s) in RCA: 3] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/04/2020] [Revised: 06/11/2020] [Accepted: 07/02/2020] [Indexed: 01/10/2023] Open
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INTRODUCTION The International Association of Diabetes and Pregnancy Study Group (IADPSG) criteria for gestational diabetes mellitus (GDM) increased the morbidity significantly, but the cost and effectiveness of its application are still unclear. This study aimed to analyze the impact of the IADPSG criteria for diagnosing GDM in China on the perinatal outcomes, and medical expenditure of GDM women versus those with normal glucose tolerance (NGT). RESEARCH DESIGN AND METHODS We conducted a retrospective cohort study involving 7794 women admitted at the First Affiliated Hospital of Jinan University (Guangzhou, China), from November 1, 2010 to October 31, 2017. The perinatal outcomes and medical expenditure were retrieved from the electronic medical records in the hospital. Propensity score matching (PSM, in a 1:1 ratio) algorithm was used to minimize confounding effects on the difference in the two cohorts. RESULTS PSM minimized the difference of baseline characteristics between women with and without GDM. Of 7794 pregnant women, half (n=3897) were all of the pregnant women with GDM admitted to the hospital during the period, the other half women had NGT and were selected randomly to match with their counterparts. Adopting the IADPSG criteria was associated with reduced risk of emergency cesarean section, polyhydramnios, turbid amniotic fluid and perineal injury (p<0.01 for all) and having any one of the adverse fetal outcomes (p<0.01), including fetal distress, umbilical cord around the neck, neonatal encephalopathy, admission to neonatal intensive care unit, birth trauma, neonatal hypoglycemia and fetal death. After PSM, the median total medical expenditure by the GDM women was ¥912.9 (US$140.7 in 2015) more than that of the the NGT women (p=0.09). CONCLUSIONS Despite the increasing medical expenditure, screening at 24-28 gestational weeks under the IADPSG guidelines with the 2-hour, 75 g oral glucose tolerance test can improve short-term maternal and neonatal outcomes.
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- Zonglin He
- Faculty of Medicine, International School, Jinan University, Guangzhou, China
- Department of Public Health and Preventive Medicine, School of Medicine, Jinan University, Guangzhou, China
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- Faculty of Medicine, International School, Jinan University, Guangzhou, China
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- Faculty of Medicine, International School, Jinan University, Guangzhou, China
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- Faculty of Medicine, International School, Jinan University, Guangzhou, China
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- Faculty of Medicine, International School, Jinan University, Guangzhou, China
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- Out-patient Department, Jinan University First Affiliated Hospital, Guangzhou, Guangdong, China
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- Department of Nursing, Jinan University First Affiliated Hospital, Guangzhou, Guangdong, China
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- Department of Obstetrics and Gynaecology, Jinan University First Affiliated Hospital, Guangzhou, Guangdong, China
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- College of Economics, Jinan University, Guangzhou, China
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- College of Economics, Jinan University, Guangzhou, China
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- College of Economics, Jinan University, Guangzhou, China
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- Center for Genomic Medicine, Massachusetts General Hospital, Boston, Massachusetts, USA
- Maternal-Fetal Medicine Unit, Brigham and Women's Hospital, Boston, Massachusetts, USA
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- Department of Obstetrics and Gynaecology, Jinan University First Affiliated Hospital, Guangzhou, Guangdong, China
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- Department of Public Health and Preventive Medicine, School of Medicine, Jinan University, Guangzhou, China
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Thomas R, Scott AM, Sims R, Craig L, Claase LA, Lowe J, Heal C, Hardiman L, Glasziou P. Exploring women's priorities for the potential consequences of a gestational diabetes diagnosis: A pilot community jury. Health Expect 2020; 23:593-602. [PMID: 32090415 PMCID: PMC7321745 DOI: 10.1111/hex.13036] [Citation(s) in RCA: 5] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/08/2019] [Revised: 01/22/2020] [Accepted: 01/29/2020] [Indexed: 12/23/2022] Open
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BACKGROUND There is no international diagnostic agreement for gestational diabetes mellitus (GDM). In 2014, Australia adopted a new definition and testing procedure. Since then, significantly more women have been diagnosed with GDM but with little difference in health outcomes. We explored the priorities and preferences of women potentially impacted by a GDM diagnosis. METHOD We recruited 15 women from the Gold Coast, Australia, to participate in a pilot community jury (CJ). Over two days, the women deliberated on the following: (a) which important consequences of a diagnosis of GDM should be considered when defining GDM?; (b) what should Australian health practitioners call the condition known as GDM? RESULTS Eight women attended the pilot CJ, and their recommendations were a consensus. Women were surprised that the level of risk for physical harms was low but emotional harms were high. The final ranking of important consequences (high to low) was as follows: women's negative emotions; management burden of GDM; overmedicalized pregnancy; minimizing infant risks; improving lifestyle; and macrosomia. To describe the four different clinical states of GDM, the women chose three different labels. One was GDM. CONCLUSIONS The women from this pilot CJ prioritized the consequences of a diagnosis of GDM differently from clinicians. The current glucose threshold for GDM in Australia is set at a cut-point for adverse risks including macrosomia and neonatal hyperinsulinaemia. Definitions and guideline panels often fail to ask the affected public about their values and preferences. Community voices impacted by health policies should be embedded in the decision-making process.
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- Rae Thomas
- Institute for Evidence-Based Healthcare, Bond University, Gold Coast, Qld, Australia
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- Institute for Evidence-Based Healthcare, Bond University, Gold Coast, Qld, Australia
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- Institute for Evidence-Based Healthcare, Bond University, Gold Coast, Qld, Australia
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- Institute for Evidence-Based Healthcare, Bond University, Gold Coast, Qld, Australia
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- University of Newcastle, Newcastle, NSW, Australia
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- School of Medicine and Dentistry, James Cook University, Mackay, Qld, Australia
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- Maternity Choices Australia, Brisbane, Qld, Australia
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- Institute for Evidence-Based Healthcare, Bond University, Gold Coast, Qld, Australia
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Dennison RA, Fox RA, Ward RJ, Griffin SJ, Usher‐Smith JA. Women's views on screening for Type 2 diabetes after gestational diabetes: a systematic review, qualitative synthesis and recommendations for increasing uptake. Diabet Med 2020; 37:29-43. [PMID: 31317569 PMCID: PMC6916174 DOI: 10.1111/dme.14081] [Citation(s) in RCA: 43] [Impact Index Per Article: 10.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Accepted: 07/12/2019] [Indexed: 12/16/2022]
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AIM Many women do not attend recommended glucose testing following a pregnancy affected by gestational diabetes (GDM). We aimed to synthesize the literature regarding the views and experiences of women with a history of GDM on postpartum glucose testing, focusing on barriers and facilitators to attendance. METHODS We systematically identified qualitative studies that examine women's experiences following GDM relating to glucose testing (diabetes screening) or experience of interventions to promote uptake of testing. We conducted a thematic synthesis to develop descriptive and then analytical themes, then developed recommendations to increase uptake based on the findings. We evaluated the quality of each study and the confidence that we had in the recommendations using published checklists. RESULTS We included 16 articles after screening 23 160 citations and 129 full texts. We identified four themes of influences relating to the healthcare system and personal factors that affected both ability and motivation to attend: relationship with health care, logistics of appointments and tests, family-related practicalities and concern about diabetes. We developed 10 recommendations addressing diabetes risk information and education, and changes to healthcare systems to promote increased attendance at screening in this population, most with high or moderate confidence. CONCLUSIONS We have identified a need to improve women's understanding about Type 2 diabetes and GDM, and to adjust healthcare provision during and after pregnancy to decrease barriers and increase motivation for testing. Encouraging higher uptake by incorporating these recommendations into practice will enable earlier management of diabetes and improve long-term outcomes.
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- R. A. Dennison
- Primary Care UnitDepartment of Public Health and Primary CareUniversity of CambridgeCambridgeUK
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- School of Clinical MedicineUniversity of CambridgeCambridgeUK
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- Primary Care UnitDepartment of Public Health and Primary CareUniversity of CambridgeCambridgeUK
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- Primary Care UnitDepartment of Public Health and Primary CareUniversity of CambridgeCambridgeUK
- MRC Epidemiology UnitUniversity of CambridgeCambridgeUK
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- Primary Care UnitDepartment of Public Health and Primary CareUniversity of CambridgeCambridgeUK
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Ardilouze A, Bouchard P, Hivert MF, Simard C, Allard C, Garant MP, Ménard J, Ouellet A, Houde G, Pesant MH, Baillargeon JP, Ardilouze JL. Self-Monitoring of Blood Glucose: A Complementary Method Beyond the Oral Glucose Tolerance Test to Identify Hyperglycemia During Pregnancy. Can J Diabetes 2019; 43:627-635. [DOI: 10.1016/j.jcjd.2019.02.004] [Citation(s) in RCA: 12] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.4] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/30/2018] [Revised: 01/24/2019] [Accepted: 02/13/2019] [Indexed: 10/27/2022]
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Sandsæter HL, Horn J, Rich-Edwards JW, Haugdahl HS. Preeclampsia, gestational diabetes and later risk of cardiovascular disease: Women's experiences and motivation for lifestyle changes explored in focus group interviews. BMC Pregnancy Childbirth 2019; 19:448. [PMID: 31775681 PMCID: PMC6882194 DOI: 10.1186/s12884-019-2591-1] [Citation(s) in RCA: 34] [Impact Index Per Article: 6.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/04/2018] [Accepted: 11/11/2019] [Indexed: 12/13/2022] Open
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BACKGROUND Preeclampsia (PE) and gestational diabetes mellitus (GDM) are both associated with increased risk of future cardiovascular disease (CVD). Knowledge of the relationship between these pregnancy complications and increased CVD risk enables early prevention through lifestyle changes. This study aimed to explore women's experiences with PE and/or GDM, and their motivation and need for information and support to achieve lifestyle changes. METHODS Systematic text condensation was used for thematic analysis of meaning and content of data from five focus group interviews with 17 women with PE and/or GDM, with a live birth between January 2015 and October 2017. RESULTS This study provides new knowledge of how women with GDM and/or PE experience pregnancy complications in a Nordic healthcare model. It reveals the support they want and the important motivating factors for lifestyle change. We identified six themes: Trivialization of the diagnosis during pregnancy; Left to themselves to look after their own health; The need to process the shock before making lifestyle changes (severe PE); A desire for information about future disease risk and partner involvement; Practical solutions in a busy life with a little one, and; Healthcare professionals can reinforce the turning point. The women with GDM wanted healthcare professionals to motivate them to continue the lifestyle changes introduced during pregnancy. Those with severe PE felt a need for individualized care to ensure that they had processed their traumatic labor experiences before making lifestyle changes. Participants wanted their partner to be routinely involved to ensure a joint understanding of the need for lifestyle changes. Motivation for lifestyle changes in pregnancy was linked to early information and seeing concrete results. CONCLUSIONS Women with PE and GDM have different experiences of diagnosis and treatment, which will affect the follow-up interventions to reduce future CVD risk through lifestyle change. For GDM patients, lifestyle changes in pregnancy should be reinforced and continued postpartum. Women with PE should be informed by their general practitioner after birth, and given a plan for lifestyle change. Those with severe PE will need help in processing the trauma, and stress management should be routinely offered.
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- Heidi L. Sandsæter
- Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Levanger Hospital, Helse Nord-Trøndelag Hospital Trust, Postbox 333, 7601 Levanger, Norway
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- Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Levanger Hospital, Helse Nord-Trøndelag Hospital Trust, Postbox 333, 7601 Levanger, Norway
- Department of Public Health and Nursing, Faculty of Medicine and Health Sciences, Norwegian University of Science and Technology (NTNU), Postboks 8905, NO-7491 Trondheim, Norway
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- Department of Public Health and Nursing, Faculty of Medicine and Health Sciences, Norwegian University of Science and Technology (NTNU), Postboks 8905, NO-7491 Trondheim, Norway
- Department of Epidemiology, Harvard T.H. Chan School of Public Health, Boston, MA USA
- Division of Women’s Health, Department of Medicine, Brigham and Women’s Hospital and Harvard Medical School, Boston, MA 02115 USA
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- Department of Public Health and Nursing, Faculty of Medicine and Health Sciences, Norwegian University of Science and Technology (NTNU), Postboks 8905, NO-7491 Trondheim, Norway
- Levanger Hospital, Helse Nord-Trøndelag Hospital Trust, Postbox 333, 7601 Levanger, Norway
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Muhwava LS, Murphy K, Zarowsky C, Levitt N. Experiences of lifestyle change among women with gestational diabetes mellitus (GDM): A behavioural diagnosis using the COM-B model in a low-income setting. PLoS One 2019; 14:e0225431. [PMID: 31765431 PMCID: PMC6876752 DOI: 10.1371/journal.pone.0225431] [Citation(s) in RCA: 17] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.4] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/06/2019] [Accepted: 11/05/2019] [Indexed: 12/17/2022] Open
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Background Lifestyle change can reduce the risk of developing type 2 diabetes among women with prior gestational diabetes mellitus (GDM). While understanding women’s lived experiences and views around GDM is critical to the development of behaviour change interventions to reduce this risk, few studies have addressed this issue in low- and middle- income countries. The aim of the study was to explore women’s lived experiences of GDM and the feasibility of sustained lifestyle modification after GDM in a low-income setting. Methods This was a descriptive qualitative study on the lived experiences of women with prior GDM, who received antenatal care at a public sector tertiary hospital in Cape Town, South Africa. Nine focus groups and five in-depth interviews were conducted with a total of thirty-five women. Data were analysed using content analysis and the COM-B (Capabilities, Opportunities, Motivations and Behaviour) model to identify factors influencing lifestyle change during and beyond the GDM pregnancy. Results The results suggest that the COM-B model’s concepts of capability (knowledge and skills for behaviour change), opportunity (resources for dietary change and physical activity) and motivation (perception of future diabetes risk) are relevant to lifestyle change among GDM women in South Africa. The results will contribute to the design of a postpartum health system intervention for women with recent GDM. Conclusion Our findings highlight the need for health services to improve counselling and education for women with GDM in South Africa. Support from family and health professionals is essential for women to achieve lifestyle change. The experience of GDM imposed a significant psychological burden on women, which affected motivation for lifestyle change. To achieve long-term lifestyle change, behaviour interventions for women with prior GDM need to address their capability, opportunity and motivation for lifestyle change during and beyond pregnancy.
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- Lorrein Shamiso Muhwava
- Department of Medicine, Faculty of Health Sciences, University of Cape Town, Cape Town, South Africa
- Chronic Diseases Initiative for Africa, Cape Town, South Africa
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- Department of Medicine, Faculty of Health Sciences, University of Cape Town, Cape Town, South Africa
- Chronic Diseases Initiative for Africa, Cape Town, South Africa
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- Chronic Diseases Initiative for Africa, Cape Town, South Africa
- University of Montreal, Hospital Research Centre and University of Montreal School of Public Health, Montreal, Canada
- School of Public Health, Faculty of Community and Health Sciences, University of the Western Cape, Cape Town, South Africa
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- Department of Medicine, Faculty of Health Sciences, University of Cape Town, Cape Town, South Africa
- Chronic Diseases Initiative for Africa, Cape Town, South Africa
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Cooray SD, Boyle JA, Soldatos G, Wijeyaratne LA, Teede HJ. Prognostic prediction models for pregnancy complications in women with gestational diabetes: a protocol for systematic review, critical appraisal and meta-analysis. Syst Rev 2019; 8:270. [PMID: 31711547 PMCID: PMC6844063 DOI: 10.1186/s13643-019-1151-0] [Citation(s) in RCA: 10] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/23/2019] [Accepted: 09/10/2019] [Indexed: 12/16/2022] Open
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BACKGROUND Gestational diabetes (GDM) is increasingly common and has significant implications during pregnancy and for the long-term health of the mother and offspring. However, it is a heterogeneous condition with inter-related factors including ethnicity, body mass index and gestational weight gain significantly modifying the absolute risk of complications at an individual level. Predicting the risk of pregnancy complications for an individual woman with GDM presents a useful adjunct to therapeutic decision-making and patient education. Diagnostic prediction models for GDM are prevalent. In contrast, prediction models for risk of complications in those with GDM are relatively novel. This study will systematically review published prognostic prediction models for pregnancy complications in women with GDM, describe their characteristics, compare performance and assess methodological quality and applicability. METHODS Studies will be identified by searching MEDLINE and Embase electronic databases. Title and abstract screening, full-text review and data extraction will be completed independently by two reviewers. The included studies will be systematically assessed for risk of bias and applicability using appropriate tools designed for prediction modelling studies. Extracted data will be tabulated to facilitate qualitative comparison of published prediction models. Quantitative data on predictive performance of these models will be synthesised with meta-analyses if appropriate. DISCUSSION This review will identify and summarise all published prognostic prediction models for pregnancy complications in women with GDM. We will compare model performance across different settings and populations with meta-analysis if appropriate. This work will guide subsequent phases in the prognosis research framework: further model development, external validation and model updating, and impact assessment. The ultimate model will estimate the absolute risk of pregnancy complications for women with GDM and will be implemented into routine care as an evidence-based GDM complication risk prediction model. It is anticipated to offer value to women and their clinicians with individualised risk assessment and may assist decision-making. Ultimately, this systematic review is an important step towards a personalised risk-stratified model-of-care for GDM to allow preventative and therapeutic interventions for the maximal benefit to women and their offspring, whilst sparing expense and harm for those at low risk. SYSTEMATIC REVIEW REGISTRATION PROSPERO registration number CRD42019115223.
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- Shamil D. Cooray
- Monash Centre for Health Research and Implementation, School of Public Health and Preventive Medicine, Monash University, Melbourne, Australia
- Diabetes and Vascular Medicine Unit, Monash Health, Melbourne, Australia
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- Monash Centre for Health Research and Implementation, School of Public Health and Preventive Medicine, Monash University, Melbourne, Australia
- Monash Women’s Program, Monash Health, Melbourne, Australia
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- Monash Centre for Health Research and Implementation, School of Public Health and Preventive Medicine, Monash University, Melbourne, Australia
- Diabetes and Vascular Medicine Unit, Monash Health, Melbourne, Australia
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- Monash Centre for Health Research and Implementation, School of Public Health and Preventive Medicine, Monash University, Melbourne, Australia
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- Monash Centre for Health Research and Implementation, School of Public Health and Preventive Medicine, Monash University, Melbourne, Australia
- Diabetes and Vascular Medicine Unit, Monash Health, Melbourne, Australia
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Arda Sürücü H, Büyükkaya Besen D, Duman M, Erbil EY, Ay İ. Are levels of coping with stress in pregnancy with gestational diabetes worse than in healthy pregnancy? J Psychosom Obstet Gynaecol 2019; 40:114-122. [PMID: 29455612 DOI: 10.1080/0167482x.2018.1438404] [Citation(s) in RCA: 4] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 10/18/2022] Open
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Purpose: The purpose of this study was to analyze the levels of coping with stress in healthy pregnant women in comparison with the levels of coping with stress in pregnant women with gestational diabetes mellitus (GDM). Materials and methods: In the study, the descriptive cross-sectional research design was used. The study was carried out with 218 pregnant women in total. Results: It was found that the healthy pregnant women had a higher total score for coping with stress and used the self-confident coping style, one of the effective coping styles, more frequently when compared to the pregnant women with GDM (p < .001). In addition, the pregnant women with GDM used the desperate coping style, one of the ineffective coping styles, more frequently than the healthy pregnant women (p < .001). Conclusions: Diabetes education that nurses give should allow not only the nurses to evaluate the coping levels of pregnant women with GDM, but also to teach these pregnant women how to use effective coping styles.
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- Hamdiye Arda Sürücü
- a Department of Internal Medicine Nursing, Ataturk School of Health , Dicle University , Diyarbakır , Turkey
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- b Department of Internal Medicine Nursing , Faculty of Nursing, Dokuz Eylul University , Izmir , Turkey
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- c Department of Gynecology and Obstetrics , Ataturk School of Health, Dicle University , Diyarbakır , Turkey
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- d Department of Endocrinology and Metabolic Disorders , Association of Public Hospitals Diyarbakir Education and Research Hospital , Diyarbakır , Turkey
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- e Department of Gynecology and Obstetrics , Memorial Hospital , Diyarbakır , Turkey
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Dennison RA, Ward RJ, Griffin SJ, Usher‐Smith JA. Women's views on lifestyle changes to reduce the risk of developing Type 2 diabetes after gestational diabetes: a systematic review, qualitative synthesis and recommendations for practice. Diabet Med 2019; 36:702-717. [PMID: 30723968 PMCID: PMC6563496 DOI: 10.1111/dme.13926] [Citation(s) in RCA: 68] [Impact Index Per Article: 13.6] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Accepted: 02/01/2019] [Indexed: 12/16/2022]
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AIMS After gestational diabetes, many women exhibit behaviours that increase their risk of developing Type 2 diabetes. We aimed to systematically synthesize the literature that focuses on the views of women with a history of gestational diabetes on reducing their risk of developing diabetes postpartum through lifestyle and behaviour changes. METHODS We identified qualitative studies that examined the views of women with a history of gestational diabetes towards healthy eating and physical activity, Type 2 diabetes risk management or their experience of a diabetes prevention programme, and conducted a thematic synthesis to develop descriptive and then analytical themes. We also evaluated the quality of each study and the confidence that we had in our findings. RESULTS We included 21 articles after screening 23 160 citations and 129 full texts. We identified six themes of interacting influences on postpartum behaviour: role as mother and priorities; social support; demands of life; personal preferences and experiences; risk perception and information; and finances and resources (plus preferred format of interventions). These factors inhibited many women from addressing their own health, while they motivated others to persevere. We also developed 20 recommendations, most with high or moderate confidence, for effective promotion of healthy lifestyles in this population. CONCLUSIONS Many factors hinder healthy lifestyles after gestational diabetes, yet how women interpret them can motivate or prevent changes that reduce diabetes risk. As our recommendations emphasize, women's experiences and needs should be considered when designing strategies to promote healthier lifestyles in this population.
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- R. A. Dennison
- Primary Care UnitDepartment of Public Health and Primary CareUniversity of CambridgeCambridgeUK
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- Primary Care UnitDepartment of Public Health and Primary CareUniversity of CambridgeCambridgeUK
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- Primary Care UnitDepartment of Public Health and Primary CareUniversity of CambridgeCambridgeUK
- MRC Epidemiology UnitUniversity of CambridgeCambridgeUK
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- Primary Care UnitDepartment of Public Health and Primary CareUniversity of CambridgeCambridgeUK
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Parsons J, Sparrow K, Ismail K, Hunt K, Rogers H, Forbes A. A qualitative study exploring women's health behaviours after a pregnancy with gestational diabetes to inform the development of a diabetes prevention strategy. Diabet Med 2019; 36:203-213. [PMID: 30098217 DOI: 10.1111/dme.13794] [Citation(s) in RCA: 26] [Impact Index Per Article: 5.2] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Accepted: 08/06/2018] [Indexed: 01/20/2023]
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AIM To inform targeted interventions for women with gestational diabetes mellitus (GDM) by exploring the factors that influence their health behaviours and their preferences for lifestyle support. METHODS Participants were women with previous GDM taken from a diverse inner-city UK population. Data collection involved focus groups (n = 35 women in six groups) and semi-structured interviews (n = 15 women). The transcribed data were analysed using framework analysis. RESULTS Eight themes relating to factors influencing health behaviour were identified: psychological legacy of pregnancy, relationships with healthcare professionals, physical impacts of pregnancy, social support and cultural norms, life-scheduling, understanding and risk perception, appetite regulation, and prioritization of the baby. The women's recommendations for intervention components included addressing the emotional stress of pregnancy; conveying personalized risk in a motivational way, adopting a family-centered approach, focusing on women's health rather than just the infant's, and developing flexible interventions. These recommendations were used to construct a model integrating the behaviour-regulating factors with a suggested framework for intervention. CONCLUSIONS This study identified some common drivers that may regulate the health behaviours of women following GDM, and recognized some ways to improve care to impact on this. Interventions for diabetes prevention in this population need to address factors at both the individual and systemic levels.
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- J Parsons
- Adult Nursing, Florence Nightingale Faculty of Nursing, Midwifery & Palliative Care, King's College London, London, UK
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- Department of Psychological Medicine, Institute of Psychiatry, King's College London, London, UK
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- Department of Psychological Medicine, Institute of Psychiatry, King's College London, London, UK
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- Diabetes Research Group, Diabetes & Nutritional Sciences Division, King's College London, London, UK
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- Diabetes Research Group, Diabetes & Nutritional Sciences Division, King's College London, London, UK
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- Adult Nursing, Florence Nightingale Faculty of Nursing, Midwifery & Palliative Care, King's College London, London, UK
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Okely J, Mason C, Collier A, Dunnachie N, Swanson V. Diagnosis of gestational diabetes: a 'teachable moment'. Diabet Med 2019; 36:184-194. [PMID: 30118538 DOI: 10.1111/dme.13803] [Citation(s) in RCA: 10] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Accepted: 08/10/2018] [Indexed: 12/31/2022]
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AIMS Research regarding the determinants of concordance with gestational diabetes mellitus (GDM) treatment is limited. Here, we test whether the psychosocial changes outlined in the teachable moments model, as proposed by McBride et al. (McBride CM, Emmons KM, Lipkus IM. Understanding the potential of teachable moments: the case of smoking cessation. Health Educ Res 2003; 18: 156-170) are associated with following GDM treatment recommendations. METHODS Fifty-nine women completed a baseline questionnaire (1 week after GDM diagnosis) in which they reported risk perception, social support, emotional response, the importance of their maternal identity and self-efficacy. One month later, participants reported their concordance with instructions regarding glucose monitoring, diet and, if applicable, medication. We used regression analysis to test for associations between the psychosocial factors measured at baseline and concordance at 1-month follow-up. RESULTS Those who perceived their risk as higher or felt supported by family or friends were more likely to report a high level of concordance with GDM treatment. Emotional response, identity salience and self-efficacy were not related to concordance. CONCLUSIONS Future interventions designed to increase concordance could benefit from a focus on risk perception and social support, as these factors appear to be most strongly associated with following GDM treatment recommendations.
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- J Okely
- Psychology Division, University of Stirling, Stirling
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- Psychology Division, University of Stirling, Stirling
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- Psychology Division, University of Stirling, Stirling
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Singh H, Soyoltulga K, Fong T, Billimek J. Delivery Outcomes, Emergency Room Visits, and Psychological Aspects of Gestational Diabetes: Results From a Community Hospital Multiethnic Cohort. DIABETES EDUCATOR 2018; 44:465-474. [DOI: 10.1177/0145721718795589] [Citation(s) in RCA: 4] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/15/2022]
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Purpose The purpose of this study was to evaluate perinatal outcomes and experiences of managing gestational diabetes (GDM) in a multiethnic cohort from a community hospital. Methods A retrospective cohort study of 647 ethnically diverse women with GDM was conducted. Multivariable logistic regression models were used to examine ethnic differences in cesarean delivery rates and emergency department (ED) utilization during pregnancy. Semi-structured interviews were conducted to evaluate experiences of GDM and perceptions of type 2 diabetes risk. Results Significant differences were observed between sample groups in mother’s age ( P = .004), education level ( P < .001), family history of diabetes ( P < .001), and baby birthweight ( P = .004). In the fully adjusted model, controlling for maternal age, BMI category, ED utilization during pregnancy, and family history of diabetes, Southeast and East Asian women had the lowest rates of cesarean delivery and ED utilization during pregnancy, with significantly higher rates of cesarean delivery in Hispanic, non-Hispanic white, and Asian Indian women ( P < .001). There was preliminary evidence for higher ED utilization rates during pregnancy in Hispanic women with GDM (odds ratio = 3.21; 95% CI, 0.79-4.08; P = .005). Interview analyses reflected strong psychological impact of GDM diagnoses. Women expressed shock and disappointment over diagnoses and highlighted need for psychological support from health care professionals. Risk perceptions for type 2 diabetes were low. Conclusions Findings support significant ethnic differences in cesarean delivery and ED utilization among women with GDM. Qualitative analysis suggests that culturally sensitive approaches informing psychosocial support and dietary recommendations are important considerations for a diverse GDM patient population.
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- Harsimran Singh
- Mary & Dick Allen Diabetes Center, Hoag Memorial Hospital Presbyterian, Newport Beach, California
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- University of California, Irvine, California
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Martis R, Brown J, McAra-Couper J, Crowther CA. Enablers and barriers for women with gestational diabetes mellitus to achieve optimal glycaemic control - a qualitative study using the theoretical domains framework. BMC Pregnancy Childbirth 2018; 18:91. [PMID: 29642898 PMCID: PMC5896082 DOI: 10.1186/s12884-018-1710-8] [Citation(s) in RCA: 46] [Impact Index Per Article: 7.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/10/2017] [Accepted: 03/16/2018] [Indexed: 12/15/2022] Open
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Background Glycaemic target recommendations vary widely between international professional organisations for women with gestational diabetes mellitus (GDM). Some studies have reported women’s experiences of having GDM, but little is known how this relates to their glycaemic targets. The aim of this study was to identify enablers and barriers for women with GDM to achieve optimal glycaemic control. Methods Women with GDM were recruited from two large, geographically different, hospitals in New Zealand to participate in a semi-structured interview to explore their views and experiences focusing on enablers and barriers to achieving optimal glycaemic control. Final thematic analysis was performed using the Theoretical Domains Framework. Results Sixty women participated in the study. Women reported a shift from their initial negative response to accepting their diagnosis but disliked the constant focus on numbers. Enablers and barriers were categorised into ten domains across the three study questions. Enablers included: the ability to attend group teaching sessions with family and hear from women who have had GDM; easy access to a diabetes dietitian with diet recommendations tailored to a woman’s context including ethnic food and financial considerations; free capillary blood glucose (CBG) monitoring equipment, health shuttles to take women to appointments; child care when attending clinic appointments; and being taught CBG testing by a community pharmacist. Barriers included: lack of health information, teaching sessions, consultations, and food diaries in a woman’s first language; long waiting times at clinic appointments; seeing a different health professional every clinic visit; inconsistent advice; no tailored physical activities assessments; not knowing where to access appropriate information on the internet; unsupportive partners, families, and workplaces; and unavailability of social media or support groups for women with GDM. Perceived judgement by others led some women only to share their GDM diagnosis with their partners. This created social isolation. Conclusion Women with GDM report multiple enablers and barriers to achieving optimal glycaemic control. The findings of this study may assist health professionals and diabetes in pregnancy services to improve their care for women with GDM and support them to achieve optimal glycaemic control.
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- Ruth Martis
- Liggins Institute, The University of Auckland, Private Bag 92019, Auckland, 1142, New Zealand
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- Liggins Institute, The University of Auckland, Private Bag 92019, Auckland, 1142, New Zealand
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- Faculty of Health & Environmental Sciences, AUT, Auckland University of Technology, Private Bag 92006, Auckland, 1142, New Zealand
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- Liggins Institute, The University of Auckland, Private Bag 92019, Auckland, 1142, New Zealand.
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Sürücü HA, Besen DB, Duman M, Yeter Erbil E. Coping with Stress among Pregnant Women with Gestational Diabetes Mellitus. J Caring Sci 2018; 7:9-15. [PMID: 29637051 PMCID: PMC5889800 DOI: 10.15171/jcs.2018.002] [Citation(s) in RCA: 10] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/08/2017] [Accepted: 12/08/2017] [Indexed: 12/15/2022] Open
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Introduction: The
stress of pregnancy itself, gestational diabetes mellitus (GDM) that develops
during pregnancy is also a stressor, because it can cause serious maternal and
fetal health problems. The aim of this study was to examine the relationships
between the characteristics of pregnant women with GDM and their styles of
coping with stress.
Methods: This descriptive
cross-sectional study was conducted on 126 pregnant women with GDM.
The sample consisted of patients who applied to the diabetes mellitus
training polyclinic of a training and research
and university hospital in southeastern Turkey, Data were evaluated using
descriptive statistics, Kolmogorov-Smirnov normality tests, Spearman's rho and
Pearson Correlation analysis, the Student’s t-test, Mann–Whitney U-test and
Kruskal–Wallis- test by SPSS software (version 13.0).
Results: It was determined that a planned pregnancy, a high educational level, a first pregnancy and weight gain were important factors in the women with GDM in the study who coped effectively with stress during pregnancy. Unemployment and a second or subsequent pregnancy were important factors in the women with GDM< who coped ineffectively with stress during pregnancy. In addition, it was determined that the hemoglobin HbA1c levels of the pregnant women with GDM with "optimistic" and "submissive" approaches towards coping with stress were lower.
Conclusion: It was determined that pregnant women with optimistic and submissive approaches towards coping with stress had lower HbA1c levels. It is suggested that randomized controlled studies be conducted to further determine the coping styles of patients with GDM.
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- Hamdiye Arda Sürücü
- Department of Nursing, Ataturk School of Health, Dicle University, Diyarbakir, Turkey
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- Department of Internal Medicine Nursing, Faculty of Nursing, Dokuz Eylul University, Izmir, Turkey
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- Department of Nursing, Ataturk School of Health, Dicle University, Diyarbakir, Turkey
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- Public Hospitals Diyarbakir, Education and Research Hospital, Diabetes Education Center, Diyarbakir, Turkey
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Parsons J, Sparrow K, Ismail K, Hunt K, Rogers H, Forbes A. Experiences of gestational diabetes and gestational diabetes care: a focus group and interview study. BMC Pregnancy Childbirth 2018; 18:25. [PMID: 29325518 PMCID: PMC5765597 DOI: 10.1186/s12884-018-1657-9] [Citation(s) in RCA: 58] [Impact Index Per Article: 9.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/27/2017] [Accepted: 01/04/2018] [Indexed: 12/20/2022] Open
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Background Gestational diabetes mellitus (GDM) is an increasingly common condition of pregnancy. It is associated with adverse fetal, infant and maternal outcomes, as well as an increased risk of GDM in future pregnancies and type 2 diabetes for both mother and offspring. Previous studies have shown that GDM can result in an emotionally distressing pregnancy, but there is little research on the patient experience of GDM care, especially of a demographically diverse UK population. The aim of this research was to explore the experiences of GDM and GDM care for a group of women attending a large diabetes pregnancy unit in southeast London, UK, in order to improve care. Methods Framework analysis was used to support an integrated analysis of data from six focus groups with 35 women and semi-structured interviews with 15 women, held in 2015. Participants were purposively sampled and were representative of the population being studied in terms of ethnicity, age, deprivation score and body mass index (BMI). Results We identified seven themes: the disrupted pregnancy, projected anxiety, reproductive asceticism, women as baby machines, perceived stigma, lack of shared understanding and postpartum abandonment. These themes highlight the often distressing experience of GDM. While most women were grateful for the intensive support they received during pregnancy, the costs to their personal autonomy were high. Women described feeling valued solely as a means to produce a healthy infant, and felt chastised if they failed to adhere to the behaviours required to achieve this. This sometimes had an enduring impact to the potential detriment of women’s long-term psychological and physical health. Conclusions This study reveals the experiences of a demographically diverse group of patients with GDM, reflecting findings from previous studies globally and extending analysis to the context of improving care. Healthcare delivery may need to be reoriented to improve the pregnancy experience and help ensure women are engaged and attentive to their own health, particularly after birth, without compromising clinical pregnancy outcomes. Areas for consideration in GDM healthcare include: improved management of emotional responses to GDM; a more motivational approach; rethinking the medicalisation of care; and improved postpartum care. Electronic supplementary material The online version of this article (10.1186/s12884-018-1657-9) contains supplementary material, which is available to authorized users.
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- Judith Parsons
- Adult Nursing, Florence Nightingale Faculty of Nursing, Midwifery & Palliative Care, King's College London, James Clerk Maxwell Building, 57 Waterloo Road, London, SE1 8WA, UK.
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- Department of Psychological Medicine, Institute of Psychiatry, King's College London, London, UK
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- Department of Psychological Medicine, Institute of Psychiatry, King's College London, London, UK
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- Diabetes Research Group, Diabetes & Nutritional Sciences Division, King's College London, London, UK
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- Diabetes Research Group, Diabetes & Nutritional Sciences Division, King's College London, London, UK
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- Adult Nursing, Florence Nightingale Faculty of Nursing, Midwifery & Palliative Care, King's College London, London, UK
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The Impact of Health Education Intervention for Prevention and Early Detection of Type 2 Diabetes in Women with Gestational Diabetes. J Community Health 2018; 42:500-510. [PMID: 27743337 DOI: 10.1007/s10900-016-0282-7] [Citation(s) in RCA: 12] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 10/20/2022]
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This study aims to investigate the impact of a health belief model (HBM)-based educational intervention on knowledge, beliefs, self-reported practices, gestational and postpartum weight in women with gestational diabetes mellitus (GDM). SUBJECTS AND METHODS A cluster randomized controlled trial was performed, with randomization at the level of Primary Health Care centers in three Egyptian cities. Eligible women with GDM were enrolled at 24 weeks pregnancy. The intervention group (n = 103) received health education intervention based on the HBM construct. Control subjects (n = 98) received the usual care. The outcomes measured were: women's knowledge, beliefs, self-reported practices, gestational weight gain (GWG), and postpartum weight retention. Patients were investigated at baseline, at end of pregnancy, and at 6 weeks postpartum. RESULTS After the intervention, percentages of women who had high knowledge and beliefs scores had significantly increased from less than 50 % to more than 70 % in the intervention group (p < 0.001). More women in the intervention group reported practicing exclusive breast feeding (85.4 %) and screening for T2DM (43.7 %) at 6 weeks postpartum compared to the control group (63.3 and 19.4 % respectively) (p < 0.001). More women with excessive body mass index in the intervention group (65 %) compared to the control group (11.6 %) were meeting recommended GWG (p < 0.001), and postpartum weight (37.7, and 20.3 % respectively) (p < 0.01). CONCLUSION This intervention significantly improved knowledge, beliefs, self-reported practices, and gestational and postpartum weight in patients with GDM. Further research is needed for investigating the effectiveness of applying early, multi-phase, and longer intervention.
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Sundarapperuma TD, Wijesinghe CJ, Hettiarachchi P, Wasalathanthri S. Perceptions on Diet and Dietary Modifications during Postpartum Period Aiming at Attenuating Progression of GDM to DM: A Qualitative Study of Mothers and Health Care Workers. J Diabetes Res 2018; 2018:6459364. [PMID: 30225269 PMCID: PMC6129353 DOI: 10.1155/2018/6459364] [Citation(s) in RCA: 8] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/31/2018] [Accepted: 08/14/2018] [Indexed: 12/16/2022] Open
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BACKGROUND Gestational diabetes mellitus (GDM) is a global concern. GDM mothers have a 7-fold relative risk of developing type 2 diabetes mellitus (T2DM) in their later life. User-friendly and culturally acceptable dietary interventions can minimize this risk. Therefore, this study aims at exploring the perceptions of GDM mothers and health care workers regarding factors that influence postpartum dietary practices aimed at attenuating the trajectory from GDM to DM. METHODS The study was conducted in selected MOH areas in three districts of Sri Lanka. Six focus group discussions were conducted with thirty mothers with a history of GDM and six in-depth interviews with six health care workers. The phenomenon of interest was to obtain inputs of two stakeholder groups on healthy food habits of GDM mothers during the postpartum period. Framework analysis was used to analyse the data. Data were coded using the analytical framework, abstracted from transcripts, and summarized verbatim in Microsoft Excel in a matrix comprised of one row per participant and one column per code. Finally, the matrix was reviewed intensely and themes were generated. RESULTS Overall, seven themes emerged from both cases: (1) myths and traditions specific to the postpartum period, (2) lack of motivation, (3) time pressure, (4) financial barriers, (5) negligence of mothers and families, (6) lack of awareness regarding GDM and its postpartum dietary recommendations, and (7) cultural barriers. CONCLUSIONS This study provides an insight into the existing knowledge, common practices, and attitudes regarding food habits among postpartum mothers with a history of GDM. Since the postpartum period is unique, identifying barriers is crucial when introducing dietary modification protocols in order to prevent or attenuate the progression of GDM to T2DM in these mothers. The knowledge gained will be used to introduce feasible, scientifically sound, and culturally acceptable postpartum dietary recommendations for GDM mothers.
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MESH Headings
- Adult
- Attitude of Health Personnel
- Diabetes Mellitus, Type 2/diagnosis
- Diabetes Mellitus, Type 2/physiopathology
- Diabetes Mellitus, Type 2/prevention & control
- Diabetes Mellitus, Type 2/psychology
- Diabetes, Gestational/diagnosis
- Diabetes, Gestational/diet therapy
- Diabetes, Gestational/physiopathology
- Diabetes, Gestational/psychology
- Diet, Healthy
- Disease Progression
- Female
- Health Behavior
- Health Knowledge, Attitudes, Practice
- Health Personnel/psychology
- Humans
- Maternal Nutritional Physiological Phenomena
- Mothers/psychology
- Nutritional Status
- Postpartum Period
- Pregnancy
- Protective Factors
- Qualitative Research
- Risk Factors
- Risk Reduction Behavior
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Kolivand M, Keramat A, Rahimi M, Motaghi Z, Shariati M, Emamian M. Self-care Education Needs in Gestational Diabetes Tailored to the Iranian Culture: A Qualitative Content Analysis. IRANIAN JOURNAL OF NURSING AND MIDWIFERY RESEARCH 2018; 23:222-229. [PMID: 29861762 PMCID: PMC5954645 DOI: 10.4103/ijnmr.ijnmr_108_17] [Citation(s) in RCA: 10] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/16/2022]
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Background: Gestational diabetes is one of the most common health problems in pregnancy that requires participation through self-care to reduce the maternal and neonatal complications. The present study aimed to determine the needs of women as an essential first step to formulate a self-care guide fitting the Iranian culture. Materials and Methods: The present qualitative study was conducted through interviews with 13 diabetic pregnant women and 10 care providers using semi-structured questionnaires in several cities of Iran in 2016. Further, the data analysis was performed using conventional content analysis. In addition, purposive sampling was performed at the diabetes clinic of Kermanshah University of Medical Sciences, Imam Reza Hospital, and health centers across Kermanshah, Shahroud, and Tehran. Results: In the present qualitative content analysis study, four themes were identified: awareness and ability (knowing diabetes, mothers training and empowerment, continuity and quality, information resources), lifestyle (healthy diet, physical activity), mental health (counseling, interaction, spirituality, and religion), and supportive family (the husband's unique role, the psychological atmosphere at home). Conclusions: The present study highlighted main aspects of self-care educational/supportive needs, specifically in the domains of lifestyle, awareness and capability, mental health, and family. The results of our analysis highlighted the needs that can be useful for developing comprehensive self-care educational programs, with a higher focus on physical activity, mental health, the role of the family, and the use of religious interests.
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- Mitra Kolivand
- Department of Reproductive Health, School of Nursing and Midwifery, Shahroud University of Medical Sciences, Shahroud, Iran
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- Reproductive Studies and Women's Health Research Center, Shahroud University of Medical Sciences, Shahroud, Iran
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- Department of Internal Medicine, Kermanshah University of Medical Sciences, Kermanshah, Iran
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- Department of Midwifery, School of Nursing and Midwifery, Shahroud University of Medical Sciences, Shahroud, Iran
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- Department of Community Medicine, Tehran University of Medical Sciences, Tehran, Iran
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- Center for Health Related Social and Behavioral Sciences Research, Shahroud University of Medical Sciences, Shahroud, Iran
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Youngwanichsetha S, Phumdoung S. Lived experience of blood glucose self-monitoring among pregnant women with gestational diabetes mellitus: a phenomenological research. J Clin Nurs 2017; 26:2915-2921. [DOI: 10.1111/jocn.13571] [Citation(s) in RCA: 11] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.6] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Accepted: 08/28/2016] [Indexed: 11/27/2022]
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Martis R, Brown J, Crowther CA. Views and Experiences of New Zealand Women with Gestational Diabetes in Achieving Glycaemic Control Targets: The Views Study. J Diabetes Res 2017; 2017:2190812. [PMID: 29226155 PMCID: PMC5684580 DOI: 10.1155/2017/2190812] [Citation(s) in RCA: 12] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/07/2017] [Accepted: 10/12/2017] [Indexed: 12/16/2022] Open
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INTRODUCTION Optimal glycaemic control in women with gestational diabetes mellitus (GDM) reduces maternal and infant morbidity. METHOD A survey was administered to women diagnosed with GDM to explore their views and experiences in achieving optimal glycaemic control. RESULTS Sixty women participated. Enablers included being taught to test capillary blood glucose in group settings where the health professional demonstrated this on themselves first (60, 100%); health professionals listening (41, 68%); being reminded to perform blood glucose testing (33, 55%); and being provided healthy meals by friends and family (28, 47%). Barriers included not having information in a woman's first language (33, 55%); being offered unhealthy food (19, 31%); not being believed by health professionals (13, 21%); receiving inconsistent information by health professionals (10, 16%); never being seen twice by the same health professional (8, 13%); and long waiting hours at clinics (7, 11%). Two-thirds of women (37, 62%) reported that food costs were not a barrier, but that they were always or frequently hungry. CONCLUSION Optimising experiences for women with GDM for achieving glycaemic control and overcoming barriers, regardless of glycaemic targets, requires further focus on providing meaningful health literacy and support from health professionals, family, friends, and work colleagues.
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- Ruth Martis
- Liggins Institute, The University of Auckland, Private Bag 92019, Auckland 1142, New Zealand
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- Liggins Institute, The University of Auckland, Private Bag 92019, Auckland 1142, New Zealand
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- Liggins Institute, The University of Auckland, Private Bag 92019, Auckland 1142, New Zealand
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Tang JW, Pumarino J, Cameron KA, Peaceman AM, Ackermann RT. Perceptions of misdiagnosis among women diagnosed with gestational diabetes. Diabet Med 2016; 33:1451-2. [PMID: 26535796 DOI: 10.1111/dme.13028] [Citation(s) in RCA: 3] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.4] [Reference Citation Analysis] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Accepted: 10/29/2015] [Indexed: 11/28/2022]
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- J W Tang
- Division of General Internal Medicine and Geriatrics, Feinberg School of Medicine, Northwestern University, Chicago, IL, USA
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- Division of General Internal Medicine and Geriatrics, Feinberg School of Medicine, Northwestern University, Chicago, IL, USA
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- Division of General Internal Medicine and Geriatrics, Feinberg School of Medicine, Northwestern University, Chicago, IL, USA
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- Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Feinberg School of Medicine, Northwestern University, Chicago, IL, USA
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- Division of General Internal Medicine and Geriatrics, Feinberg School of Medicine, Northwestern University, Chicago, IL, USA
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O'Dea A, Tierney M, Danyliv A, Glynn LG, McGuire BE, Carmody LA, Newell J, Dunne FP. Screening for gestational diabetes mellitus in primary versus secondary care: The clinical outcomes of a randomised controlled trial. Diabetes Res Clin Pract 2016; 117:55-63. [PMID: 27329023 DOI: 10.1016/j.diabres.2016.04.023] [Citation(s) in RCA: 5] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.6] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/12/2016] [Revised: 03/22/2016] [Accepted: 04/16/2016] [Indexed: 01/19/2023]
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AIMS To examine the clinical outcomes of screening for gestational diabetes mellitus (GDM) in primary care versus secondary care, in the Irish healthcare system. DESIGN AND METHODS A parallel group randomised controlled trial (RCT) of screening for GDM in primary versus secondary care was used to examine (i) prevalence, (ii) gestational week of screen, (iii) time to access specialist care, and (iv) maternal and neonatal outcomes. In total 781 women were recruited for screening in primary care (n=391) or secondary care (n=390). RESULTS The prevalence of GDM and gestational week of screen were similar in both locations. There was a trend towards a longer time to access diabetes care in primary care (24days) versus secondary care (19days), a difference of 5days (p=0.09). Women screened in primary care also showed a trend towards a higher rate of large for gestational age (LGA) infants (20%) than those screened in secondary care (14.7%), (p=0.09). There were no differences between groups in maternal outcomes. CONCLUSIONS This RCT suggests that screening for GDM in secondary care may be associated with potentially faster time to access specialist antenatal diabetes care and possibly lower LGA rates. Further research is needed to clarify these findings and to improve the delay in accessing specialist care requires an urgent focus. Further research is needed to test these findings in other health systems.
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- Angela O'Dea
- School of Medicine, National University of Ireland, Galway, Ireland.
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- School of Medicine, National University of Ireland, Galway, Ireland
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- J.E. Cairnes School of Business & Economics, National University of Ireland, Galway, Ireland
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- Discipline of General Practice, School of Medicine, National University of Ireland, Galway, Ireland; Galway Diabetes Research Centre, National University of Ireland, Galway, Ireland
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- Galway Diabetes Research Centre, National University of Ireland, Galway, Ireland; School of Psychology, National University of Ireland, Galway, Ireland
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- Galway Diabetes Research Centre, National University of Ireland, Galway, Ireland
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- HRB Clinical Research Facility, National University of Ireland, Galway, Ireland
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- School of Medicine, National University of Ireland, Galway, Ireland; Galway Diabetes Research Centre, National University of Ireland, Galway, Ireland
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Perspectives on prevention of type 2 diabetes after gestational diabetes: a qualitative study of Hispanic, African-American and White women. Matern Child Health J 2016; 19:1526-34. [PMID: 25421329 DOI: 10.1007/s10995-014-1657-y] [Citation(s) in RCA: 21] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.6] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 10/24/2022]
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Women with gestational diabetes (GDM) have a fivefold higher risk of developing type 2 diabetes (T2DM). Furthermore, Hispanic and African-American women are disproportionately affected by GDM, but their views on prevention of T2DM after gestational diabetes are largely unknown. We conducted semi-structured interviews with 23 women (8 Hispanic, 8 African-American, 7 non-Hispanic White) from two academic clinics in Chicago, IL. Interview questions elicited perspectives on prevention of T2DM; the interview protocol was developed based on the Health Belief Model. Two investigators applied template analysis to identify emergent themes. Women conceptualized risk for T2DM based on family history, health behaviors, and personal history of GDM. A subgroup of women expressed uncertainty about how GDM influences risk for T2DM. Women who described a strong link between GDM and T2DM often viewed the diagnosis as a cue to action for behavior change. T2DM was widely viewed as a severe condition, and desire to avoid T2DM was an important motivator for behavior change. Children represented both a key motivator and critical barrier to behavior change. Women viewed preventive care as important to alert them to potential health concerns. Identified themes were congruent across racial/ethnic groups. Diagnosis with GDM presents a potent opportunity for engaging women in behavior change. To fully harness the potential influence of this diagnosis, healthcare providers should more clearly link the diagnosis of GDM with risk for future T2DM, leverage women's focus on their children to motivate behavior change, and provide support with behavior change during healthcare visits in the postpartum period and beyond.
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Ge L, Wikby K, Rask M. 'Is gestational diabetes a severe illness?' exploring beliefs and self-care behaviour among women with gestational diabetes living in a rural area of the south east of China. Aust J Rural Health 2016; 24:378-384. [PMID: 27087496 DOI: 10.1111/ajr.12292] [Citation(s) in RCA: 17] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.1] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Accepted: 02/08/2016] [Indexed: 12/16/2022] Open
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OBJECTIVE This study explores beliefs about illness and health and self-care behaviour among women with gestational diabetes living in a rural area of the south east of China. DESIGN A qualitative exploratory study using semi-structured interviews and qualitative content analysis. SETTING A hospital located in the outskirts of a city in the south east of China. PARTICIPANTS Seventeen women with gestational diabetes in 34-38th pregnant weeks. RESULTS The beliefs about gestational diabetes among the women in the present study were found to be bidirectional. Some of them feared the illness and its negative influence on health, while others believed that it was not a severe illness and disbelieved the diagnosis of gestational diabetes. They related their illness and health to the individual, social and natural factors. They mainly sought help from the professional sector, but did not fully comply with the professionals' advice. Diet control and exercise were their main self-care measures, but none of them self-monitored their blood glucose. They demonstrated their misunderstanding about diet control and self-monitoring of blood glucose. CONCLUSIONS This study highlighted the serious lack of knowledge, lower level of risk awareness and poor self-care behaviour among women in this group. Health professionals were found to be the most important source of knowledge about gestational diabetes for these women. The influence of Chinese culture was demonstrated. Gestational diabetes among these women can most likely be improved by training the health professionals and by health education involving individuals, families and the rural communities.
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- Li Ge
- Department of Health and Caring Sciences, Linnaeus University, Växjö, Sweden.,Nursing College of Fujian University of Traditional Chinese Medicine, Fuzhou, China
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- Department of Health and Caring Sciences, Linnaeus University, Växjö, Sweden
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- Department of Health and Caring Sciences, Linnaeus University, Växjö, Sweden
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Chamberlain CR, Oldenburg B, Wilson AN, Eades SJ, O'Dea K, Oats JJN, Wolfe R. Type 2 diabetes after gestational diabetes: greater than fourfold risk among Indigenous compared with non-Indigenous Australian women. Diabetes Metab Res Rev 2016; 32:217-27. [PMID: 26385131 DOI: 10.1002/dmrr.2715] [Citation(s) in RCA: 27] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.4] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/20/2015] [Revised: 07/06/2015] [Accepted: 07/28/2015] [Indexed: 01/28/2023]
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BACKGROUND Gestational diabetes is associated with a high risk of type 2 diabetes. However, progression rates among Indigenous women in Australia who experience high prevalence of gestational diabetes are unknown. METHODS This retrospective cohort study includes all births to women at a regional hospital in Far North Queensland, Australia, coded as having 'gestational diabetes' from 1 January 2004 to 31 December 2010 (1098 births) and receiving laboratory postpartum screening from 1 January 2004 to 31 December 2011 (n = 483 births). Women who did not receive postpartum screening were excluded from the denominator. Data were linked between hospital electronic records, routinely collected birth data and laboratories, with sample validation by reviews of medical records. Analysis was conducted using Cox-proportional regression models. RESULTS Indigenous women had a greater than fourfold risk of developing type 2 diabetes within 8 years of having gestational diabetes, compared with non-Indigenous women (hazards ratio 4.55, 95% confidence interval 2.63-7.88, p < 0.0001). Among women receiving postpartum screening tests, by 3, 5 and 7 years postpartum, 21.9% (15.8-30.0%), 25.5% (18.6-34.3%) and 42.4% (29.6-58.0%) Indigenous women were diagnosed with type 2 diabetes after gestational diabetes, respectively, compared with 4.2% (2.5-7.2%), 5.7% (3.3-9.5%) and 13.5% (7.3-24.2%) non-Indigenous women. Multivariate analysis showed an increased risk of developing type 2 diabetes among women with an early pregnancy body mass index ≥25 kg/m(2) , only partially breastfeeding at hospital discharge and gestational diabetes diagnosis prior to 17 weeks gestation. CONCLUSIONS This study demonstrates that, compared with non-Indigenous women, Indigenous Australian women have a greater than fourfold risk of developing type 2 diabetes after gestational diabetes. Strategies are urgently needed to reduce rates of type 2 diabetes by supporting a healthy weight and breastfeeding and to improve postpartum screening among Indigenous women with gestational diabetes. Copyright © 2015 John Wiley & Sons, Ltd.
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- Catherine R Chamberlain
- Melbourne School of Population and Global Health, The University of Melbourne, Melbourne, VIC, Australia
- Department of Epidemiology and Preventive Medicine, Monash University, Melbourne, VIC, Australia
- Baker IDI Heart and Diabetes Institute, Melbourne, VIC, Australia
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- Melbourne School of Population and Global Health, The University of Melbourne, Melbourne, VIC, Australia
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- Melbourne School of Population and Global Health, The University of Melbourne, Melbourne, VIC, Australia
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- Baker IDI Heart and Diabetes Institute, Melbourne, VIC, Australia
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- School of Population Health, University of South Australia, Adelaide, SA, Australia
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- Melbourne School of Population and Global Health, The University of Melbourne, Melbourne, VIC, Australia
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- Department of Epidemiology and Preventive Medicine, Monash University, Melbourne, VIC, Australia
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