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Begum R, Roy S, Banik S. The prevalence of gestational diabetes mellitus in Bangladesh: a systematic review and meta-analysis. Int J Diabetes Dev Ctries 2022. [DOI: 10.1007/s13410-022-01091-2] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 10/18/2022] Open
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Tasnim S, Auny FM, Hassan Y, Yesmin R, Ara I, Mohiuddin MS, Kaggwa MM, Gozal D, Mamun MA. Antenatal depression among women with gestational diabetes mellitus: a pilot study. Reprod Health 2022; 19:71. [PMID: 35305655 PMCID: PMC8934461 DOI: 10.1186/s12978-022-01374-1] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/06/2021] [Accepted: 03/03/2022] [Indexed: 11/10/2022] Open
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Background
Gestational diabetes mellitus (GDM) is quite prevalent in low- and middle-income countries, and has been proposed to increase the risk of depression. There is only a prior study assessing antenatal depression among the subjects with GDM in the Bangladesh, which leads this study to be investigated.
Objective
To determine the prevalence of depressive symptoms and potential associations among pregnant women diagnosed with GDM.
Methods
A cross-sectional study was carried out among 105 pregnant women diagnosed with GDM over the period of January to December 2017 in 4- hospitals located in two different cities (Dhaka and Barisal). A semi-structured questionnaire was developed consisting of items related to socio-demographics, reproductive health history, diabetes, anthropometrics, and depression.
Results
Mild to severe antenatal depression was present in 36.2% of the subjects (i.e., 14.3%, 19% and 2.9% for mild, moderate and severe depression, respectively). None of the socio-demographic factors were associated with depression, but the history of reproductive health-related issues (i.e., abortion, neonatal death) and uncontrolled glycemic status were associated with the increased risk of depressive disorders.
Conclusions
GDM is associated with a high prevalence of depressive symptoms, which is enhanced by poor diabetes control. Thus, in women presenting with GDM, screening for depression should be pursued and treated as needed.
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Mazumder T, Akter E, Rahman SM, Islam MT, Talukder MR. Prevalence and Risk Factors of Gestational Diabetes Mellitus in Bangladesh: Findings from Demographic Health Survey 2017-2018. INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF ENVIRONMENTAL RESEARCH AND PUBLIC HEALTH 2022; 19:ijerph19052583. [PMID: 35270274 PMCID: PMC8909680 DOI: 10.3390/ijerph19052583] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/30/2021] [Revised: 02/17/2022] [Accepted: 02/21/2022] [Indexed: 12/18/2022]
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Gestational diabetes mellitus (GDM) has serious consequences for both maternal and neonatal health. The growing number of noncommunicable diseases and related risk factors as well as the introduction of new World Health Organization (WHO) diagnostic criteria for GDM are likely to impact the GDM prevalence in Bangladesh. Our study aimed to assess the national prevalence and identify the risk factors using the most recent WHO criteria. We used the secondary data of 272 pregnant women (weighted for sampling strategy) from the Bangladesh Demographic and Health Survey 2017–2018. Multivariate logistic regression was performed to determine the risk factors of GDM. The overall prevalence of GDM in Bangladesh was 35% (95/272). Increased odds of GDM were observed among women living in the urban areas (adjusted odds ratio (aOR) 2.74, 95% confidence interval (CI) 1.43–5.27) compared to rural areas and those aged ≥25 years (aOR 2.03, 95% CI 1.13–3.65). GDM rates were less prevalent in the later weeks of pregnancy compared to early weeks. Our study demonstrates that the national prevalence of GDM in Bangladesh is very high, which warrants immediate attention of policy makers, health practitioners, public health researchers, and the community. Context-specific and properly tailored interventions are needed for the prevention and early diagnosis of GDM.
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- Tapas Mazumder
- Health Research Institute, Faculty of Health, University of Canberra, Canberra 2617, Australia;
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- Maternal and Child Health Division, International Centre for Diarrhoeal Disease Research, Dhaka 1212, Bangladesh; (E.A.); (S.M.R.)
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- Maternal and Child Health Division, International Centre for Diarrhoeal Disease Research, Dhaka 1212, Bangladesh; (E.A.); (S.M.R.)
- Department of Women’s and Children’s Health, Uppsala University, MTC-huset, Dag Hammarskjölds väg 14B, SE-75237 Uppsala, Sweden
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- Health Administration, Policy and Leadership Program, Murdoch Business School, Murdoch University, Perth 6150, Australia;
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- Wellbeing Preventable and Chronic Disease Division, Menzies School of Health Research, Darwin 0810, Australia
- Baker Heart and Diabetes Institute, Melbourne 3004, Australia
- Charles Darwin University, Darwin 0810, Australia
- Correspondence: ; Tel.: +61-889-466-857
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Biswas A, Dalal K, Abdullah ASM, Rahman AKMF, Halim A. Gestational Diabetes: Exploring the Perceptions, Practices and Barriers of the Community and Healthcare Providers in Rural Bangladesh: A Qualitative Study. Diabetes Metab Syndr Obes 2020; 13:1339-1348. [PMID: 32425566 PMCID: PMC7186877 DOI: 10.2147/dmso.s238523] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/13/2019] [Accepted: 03/13/2020] [Indexed: 11/30/2022] Open
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BACKGROUND AND OBJECTIVE Gestational Diabetes Mellitus (GDM) is a prevalent and important disease during pregnancy and has detrimental effects on both the mother and the baby. The current study explored the perception and attitude of the community people about GDM and describes the challenges and gaps in knowledge, availability and accessibility of services for GDM screening and management at a rural community in Bangladesh. METHODS We performed a qualitative study including seven Focus Group Discussions (FGDs) and eight Key Informant Interviews (KIIs) from November 2017 to January 2018 at randomly selected areas of Tangail district. A highly trained team including two anthropologists conducted the qualitative studies (FGDs and KIIs) under the guidance of experienced researchers. Thematic analysis was performed. RESULTS GDM is not a known term for pregnant women, their husbands, mothers, and mothers-in-law. Most of the participants (78.7%) did not even hear the term. Some of them (25.5%) perceived that GDM will persist for whole life and transmit from husband to wife and mother to baby. Some people (21.3%) thought that GDM entirely depends on the wish of the God. Most of the participants (68.1%) perceived that symptoms of other types of diabetes and GDM are almost the same. Some participants (19.1%) thought that GDM patients need to intake some medicines that might affect the fetus. The majority of the respondents (83%) had no idea when a pregnant woman should test her diabetes during pregnancy. If GDM diagnosed, pregnant women decided to follow the advice of the doctors. The results from KII with health managers found that they lack in-depth knowledge of GDM. There is no structured guideline or protocol at their facilities for GDM management. CONCLUSION The existing barriers at the communities for adequate detection and management of GDM are identified properly. The findings of this study will be helpful for the decision-makers in taking necessary actions to control the GDM.
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- Animesh Biswas
- Reproductive and Child Health Department, Centre for Injury Prevention and Research, Bangladesh (CIPRB), Dhaka1206, Bangladesh
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- Department of Public Health Science, School of Health Sciences, Mid Sweden University, Sundsvall, Sweden
- Correspondence: Koustuv Dalal Department of Public Health Science, School of Health Sciences, Mid Sweden University, Sundsvall, SwedenTel +46 72 593 2995 Email
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- Reproductive and Child Health Department, Centre for Injury Prevention and Research, Bangladesh (CIPRB), Dhaka1206, Bangladesh
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- Centre for Injury Prevention and Research, Bangladesh (CIPRB), Dhaka1206, Bangladesh
- Bangladesh University of Health Sciences (BUHS), Dhaka, Bangladesh
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- Reproductive and Child Health Department, Centre for Injury Prevention and Research, Bangladesh (CIPRB), Dhaka1206, Bangladesh
- Kumudini Medical College, Tangail, Bangladesh
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Biswas T, Magalhaes RJS, Townsend N, Das SK, Mamun A. Double Burden of Underweight and Overweight among Women in South and Southeast Asia: A Systematic Review and Meta-analysis. Adv Nutr 2020; 11:128-143. [PMID: 31634389 PMCID: PMC7442413 DOI: 10.1093/advances/nmz078] [Citation(s) in RCA: 21] [Impact Index Per Article: 5.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/14/2018] [Revised: 11/08/2018] [Accepted: 06/27/2019] [Indexed: 12/12/2022] Open
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The double burden of malnutrition (DBM) is characterized by the coexistence of underweight and overweight individuals in a population. The objective of this study was to assess the level of DBM, as well as its main determinants, in women in South and Southeast Asia. We searched scientific literature databases, including PubMed, EMBASE, CINAHL, and Google Scholar; gray literature; and reference lists from primary research published between 1969 and September 30, 2017. In total, 128 studies met our inclusion criteria, representing data of ∼5 million women >15 y of age from South and Southeast Asia. The findings show that prevalence rates of underweight and overweight varied by study from 7.0% to 61.0% and 1.0% to 64.0%, respectively. For the total study period, the pooled prevalence of underweight and overweight was 28% (95% CI: 25%, 31%) and 17% (95% CI: 15%, 19%) in South Asia, respectively, and 20% (95% CI: 15%, 26%) and 20% (95% CI: 15%, 24%) in Southeast Asia, respectively. In both regions, underweight was more prevalent in rural areas, among women of the youngest age group (15-19 y), and among those in the poorest wealth quintile. In contrast, overweight was higher in urban areas, among women of older age, and among those in the wealthiest households. This study also found that prevalence of overweight has recently exceeded that for underweight in this population.
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- Tuhin Biswas
- Institute for Social Science Research, University of Queensland, Indooroopilly, Australia
- ARC Centre of Excellence for Children and Families over the Life Course, The University of Queensland, Indooroopilly, Australia
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- UQ Spatial Epidemiology Laboratory, School of Veterinary Science, University of Queensland, Gatton, Australia
- Children's Health and Environment Program, Child Health Research Centre, University of Queensland, Brisbane, Australia
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- Department for Health, University of Bath, Bath, United Kingdom
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- Institute for Social Science Research, University of Queensland, Indooroopilly, Australia
- Nutrition and Clinical Services Division, International Centre for Diarrhoeal Disease Research, Dhaka, Bangladesh
- Child Health Division, Menzies School of Health Research, Tiwi, Australia
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- Institute for Social Science Research, University of Queensland, Indooroopilly, Australia
- ARC Centre of Excellence for Children and Families over the Life Course, The University of Queensland, Indooroopilly, Australia
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Hoang VM, Tran QB, Vu THL, Nguyen TKN, Kim BG, Pham QN, Nguyen TL, Lai DT, Nakagawa J, Shin HR, Kim WJ, Riley L, Wadhwani C, Truong DB, Tran DP. Patterns of Raised Blood Pressure in Vietnam: Findings from the WHO STEPS Survey 2015. Int J Hypertens 2019; 2019:1219783. [PMID: 31871783 PMCID: PMC6913158 DOI: 10.1155/2019/1219783] [Citation(s) in RCA: 5] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/18/2019] [Revised: 09/15/2019] [Accepted: 11/06/2019] [Indexed: 12/03/2022] Open
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This study aims to describe the prevalence of raised blood pressure and the situation of management for raised blood pressure among the adult population in Vietnam. It also aims to examine the association between diversified socioeconomic and behavioral factors of raised blood pressure and awareness of raised blood pressure. Data were obtained from the STEPS survey conducted in Vietnam in 2015. Survey sample was nationally representative with a total of 3,856 people aged 18-69 years old. The study outcomes included raised blood pressure and awareness of and control of raised blood pressure. Multiple logistic regression was used to examine the association of socioeconomic and behavior risk factors with the outcome variables. The overall prevalence of raised blood pressure in Vietnam in 2015 was 18.9% (95% CI: 17.4%-20.6%). The prevalence of raised blood pressure was higher among men. Significantly correlated factors with raised blood pressure were age, sex, body mass index, and diabetes status. Levels of awareness of raised blood pressure were higher among the older age group and overweight people and lower among ethnic minority groups. Raised blood pressure in Vietnam is a serious problem due to its magnitude and the unacceptably high unawareness rate in the population. Public health actions dealing with the problems of raised blood pressure are urgent, while taking into account its relationship with sex and socioeconomic status. It is clear that the interventions should address all people in society, with a focus on disadvantaged groups which are the rural and ethnic minority peoples.
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- Van Minh Hoang
- Hanoi University of Public Health (HUPH), Hanoi, Vietnam
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- Division of Non-Communicable Diseases, General Department of Preventive Medicine, Ministry of Health, Hanoi, Vietnam
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- World Health Organization Country Office, Hanoi, Vietnam
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- World Health Organization Country Office, Hanoi, Vietnam
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- World Health Organization Country Office, Hanoi, Vietnam
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- World Health Organization, Regional Office for the Western Pacific, Manila, Philippines
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- World Health Organization, Regional Office for the Western Pacific, Manila, Philippines
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- World Health Organization, HQ Office, Geneva, Switzerland
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- Division of Non-Communicable Diseases, General Department of Preventive Medicine, Ministry of Health, Hanoi, Vietnam
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- Division of Non-Communicable Diseases, General Department of Preventive Medicine, Ministry of Health, Hanoi, Vietnam
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Yuen L, Saeedi P, Riaz M, Karuranga S, Divakar H, Levitt N, Yang X, Simmons D. Projections of the prevalence of hyperglycaemia in pregnancy in 2019 and beyond: Results from the International Diabetes Federation Diabetes Atlas, 9th edition. Diabetes Res Clin Pract 2019; 157:107841. [PMID: 31518656 DOI: 10.1016/j.diabres.2019.107841] [Citation(s) in RCA: 90] [Impact Index Per Article: 18.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/01/2019] [Accepted: 09/06/2019] [Indexed: 01/13/2023]
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AIM Hyperglycaemia in pregnancy (HIP) is one of the most common complications of pregnancy. This study aims to examine the projected HIP prevalence in 2030 and 2045 using multiple methods. METHODS The International Diabetes Federation Diabetes Atlas 2019 prevalence was projected to 2030 and 2045 by: (1) carrying forward the 2019 age-adjusted prevalence rates; (2) applying a linear regression of the past four editions of the IDF Diabetes Atlas; (3) applying a regression of the previous editions with the most consistent trend, followed by extrapolation from the 9th edition HIP estimate. RESULTS Respectively, for 2030 and 2045, Method 1 projected a declining HIP rate with prevalences of 14.0% and 13.3%, Method 2 projected an increasing HIP prevalence at 16.5% and 18.3%, Method 3 predicted stabilisation of the rate from 16.0% to 15.8%. CONCLUSION Assuming other factors remain unchanged, our best estimation of age-adjusted HIP will show stabilisation between 2019 and 2045 of 15.8% to 16.0%. However, this estimate is confounded by the heterogeneity of studies and the influence of different gestational diabetes mellitus diagnostic criteria. To provide accurate future comparisons we recommend standardising the diagnostic criteria to the International Association of Diabetes in Pregnancy Study Groups.
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- Lili Yuen
- International Diabetes Federation Atlas 9th Edition Hyperglycaemia in Pregnancy Special Interest Group (HIP-SIG), Belgium; School of Medicine, Western Sydney University, Campbelltown, Australia
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- International Diabetes Federation Atlas 9th Edition Hyperglycaemia in Pregnancy Special Interest Group (HIP-SIG), Belgium; International Diabetes Federation, Brussels, Belgium
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- International Diabetes Federation Atlas 9th Edition Hyperglycaemia in Pregnancy Special Interest Group (HIP-SIG), Belgium; Baqai Medical University, Karachi, Pakistan
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- International Diabetes Federation Atlas 9th Edition Hyperglycaemia in Pregnancy Special Interest Group (HIP-SIG), Belgium; International Diabetes Federation, Brussels, Belgium
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- International Diabetes Federation Atlas 9th Edition Hyperglycaemia in Pregnancy Special Interest Group (HIP-SIG), Belgium; Divakar's Specialty Hospital, Bengaluru, India; Federation of Obstetric and Gynaecological Societies of India (FOGSI), India
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- International Diabetes Federation Atlas 9th Edition Hyperglycaemia in Pregnancy Special Interest Group (HIP-SIG), Belgium; University of Cape Town, South Africa
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- International Diabetes Federation Atlas 9th Edition Hyperglycaemia in Pregnancy Special Interest Group (HIP-SIG), Belgium; Tianjin Medical University, Tianjin, China
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- International Diabetes Federation Atlas 9th Edition Hyperglycaemia in Pregnancy Special Interest Group (HIP-SIG), Belgium; School of Medicine, Western Sydney University, Campbelltown, Australia.
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Sheikh S, Qureshi RN, Raza F, Memon J, Ahmed I, Vidler M, Payne BA, Lee T, Sawchuck D, Magee L, von Dadelszen P, Bhutta Z. Self-reported maternal morbidity: Results from the community level interventions for pre-eclampsia (CLIP) baseline survey in Sindh, Pakistan. Pregnancy Hypertens 2019; 17:113-120. [PMID: 31487626 PMCID: PMC6734112 DOI: 10.1016/j.preghy.2019.05.016] [Citation(s) in RCA: 4] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/05/2018] [Revised: 04/24/2019] [Accepted: 05/17/2019] [Indexed: 11/30/2022]
Abstract
Community-based estimates of maternal/perinatal death and morbidity are reported. Stillbirth led to increased self-report of hypertensive complications in the index pregnancy. Self-reported seizure and pregnancy hypertension is prone to error in regions of low literacy.
Objective Community-based data regarding maternal and perinatal morbidity and mortality are scarce in less-developed countries. The aim of the study was to collect representative community-level demographic health information to provide socio-demographic and health outcome data. Methods A retrospective household survey of women of reproductive age (15–49 years) living in two districts of Sindh Province, Pakistan was conducted. Pregnancy incidence over the past 12 months and during each woman’s lifetime; maternal, fetal, infant and child deaths in the past 12 months; and rates of hypertension and seizures in pregnancy were calculated. Results From June to September 2013, 88,410 households were surveyed with 1.2 (±0.6) women of reproductive age per household. 19,584 women (11.9%) reported pregnancies in the preceding 12 months; 83.0% had live births, 3.5% resulting in stillbirths and 13.6% in miscarriages. 34.2% of deliveries occurred at home. Out of all women who reported a pregnancy in past 12 months, 62.1% reported high blood pressure and 11.9% reported seizures complicating her most recent pregnancy. Blood pressure was not measured during survey to confirm hypertension. The perinatal, neonatal and maternal mortality ratios were 64.7/1000, 39/1000 and 166/100,000 livebirths, respectively. Conclusion This study estimated population-level mortality ratios that can be used for the planning of health interventions in these regions. Self-reported pregnancy hypertension and seizures was inaccurate, reflecting limited community understanding of these disorders. Mortality estimates are comparable to those reported by the World Health Organization for maternal mortality ratio and neonatal mortality rate of 170/100,000 and 36/1000 live births, respectively.
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- Sana Sheikh
- Division of Women & Child Health, Department of Obstetrics and Gynaecology, 2(nd) Floor Private Wing, Aga Khan University, Stadium Road, Karachi 74800, Pakistan.
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- Division of Women & Child Health, Department of Obstetrics and Gynaecology, 2(nd) Floor Private Wing, Aga Khan University, Stadium Road, Karachi 74800, Pakistan.
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- Division of Women & Child Health, Department of Obstetrics and Gynaecology, 2(nd) Floor Private Wing, Aga Khan University, Stadium Road, Karachi 74800, Pakistan.
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- Division of Women & Child Health, Department of Obstetrics and Gynaecology, 2(nd) Floor Private Wing, Aga Khan University, Stadium Road, Karachi 74800, Pakistan.
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- Division of Women & Child Health, Department of Obstetrics and Gynaecology, 2(nd) Floor Private Wing, Aga Khan University, Stadium Road, Karachi 74800, Pakistan.
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- Department of Obstetrics and Gynaecology, University of British Columbia, 2329 West Mall, Vancouver, BC V6T 1Z4, Canada.
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- Department of Obstetrics and Gynaecology, University of British Columbia, 2329 West Mall, Vancouver, BC V6T 1Z4, Canada; Centre for International Child Health, BC Children's Hospital Research Institute, 950 W 28th Ave, Vancouver, BC V5Z 4H4, Canada.
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- Department of Obstetrics and Gynaecology, University of British Columbia, 2329 West Mall, Vancouver, BC V6T 1Z4, Canada.
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- Vancouver Island Health Authority, 2334 Trent Street, Suite 643 Victoria, Canada.
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- Department of Women and Children's Health, School of Life Course Sciences, King's College London, Strand, London WC2R 2LS, UK.
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- Department of Women and Children's Health, School of Life Course Sciences, King's College London, Strand, London WC2R 2LS, UK.
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- Division of Women & Child Health, Department of Obstetrics and Gynaecology, 2(nd) Floor Private Wing, Aga Khan University, Stadium Road, Karachi 74800, Pakistan; Program for Global Pediatric Research, Hospital for Sick Children, 555 University Ave, Toronto, ON M5G 1X8, Canada.
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Lee KW, Ching SM, Ramachandran V, Yee A, Hoo FK, Chia YC, Wan Sulaiman WA, Suppiah S, Mohamed MH, Veettil SK. Prevalence and risk factors of gestational diabetes mellitus in Asia: a systematic review and meta-analysis. BMC Pregnancy Childbirth 2018; 18:494. [PMID: 30547769 PMCID: PMC6295048 DOI: 10.1186/s12884-018-2131-4] [Citation(s) in RCA: 229] [Impact Index Per Article: 38.2] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/23/2018] [Accepted: 11/30/2018] [Indexed: 01/13/2023] Open
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BACKGROUND Gestational diabetes mellitus (GDM) is a of the major public health issues in Asia. The present study aimed to determine the prevalence of, and risk factors for GDM in Asia via a systematic review and meta-analysis. METHODS We systematically searched PubMed, Ovid, Scopus and ScienceDirect for observational studies in Asia from inception to August 2017. We selected cross sectional studies reporting the prevalence and risk factors for GDM. A random effects model was used to estimate the pooled prevalence of GDM and odds ratio (OR) with 95% confidence interval (CI). RESULTS Eighty-four studies with STROBE score ≥ 14 were included in our analysis. The pooled prevalence of GDM in Asia was 11.5% (95% CI 10.9-12.1). There was considerable heterogeneity (I2 > 95%) in the prevalence of GDM in Asia, which is likely due to differences in diagnostic criteria, screening methods and study setting. Meta-analysis demonstrated that the risk factors of GDM include history of previous GDM (OR 8.42, 95% CI 5.35-13.23); macrosomia (OR 4.41, 95% CI 3.09-6.31); and congenital anomalies (OR 4.25, 95% CI 1.52-11.88). Other risk factors include a BMI ≥25 kg/m2 (OR 3.27, 95% CI 2.81-3.80); pregnancy-induced hypertension (OR 3.20, 95% CI 2.19-4.68); family history of diabetes (OR 2.77, 2.22-3.47); history of stillbirth (OR 2.39, 95% CI 1.68-3.40); polycystic ovary syndrome (OR 2.33, 95% CI1.72-3.17); history of abortion (OR 2.25, 95% CI 1.54-3.29); age ≥ 25 (OR 2.17, 95% CI 1.96-2.41); multiparity ≥2 (OR 1.37, 95% CI 1.24-1.52); and history of preterm delivery (OR 1.93, 95% CI 1.21-3.07). CONCLUSION We found a high prevalence of GDM among the Asian population. Asian women with common risk factors especially among those with history of previous GDM, congenital anomalies or macrosomia should receive additional attention from physician as high-risk cases for GDM in pregnancy. TRIAL REGISTRATION PROSPERO (2017: CRD42017070104 ).
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- Kai Wei Lee
- Department of Family Medicine, Faculty of Medicine and Health Sciences, Universiti Putra Malaysia, 43400 Serdang, Malaysia
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- Department of Family Medicine, Faculty of Medicine and Health Sciences, Universiti Putra Malaysia, 43400 Serdang, Malaysia
- Malaysian Research Institute on Ageing, Universiti Putra Malaysia, 43400 Serdang, Malaysia
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- Malaysian Research Institute on Ageing, Universiti Putra Malaysia, 43400 Serdang, Malaysia
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- Department of Psychological Medicine, University of Malaya Center for Addiction Sciences (UMCAS), Faculty of Medicine, University of Malaya, 50603 Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
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- Department of Medicine, Faculty of Medicine and Health Sciences, Universiti Putra Malaysia, 43400 Serdang, Malaysia
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- Department of Medical Sciences, School of Healthcare and Medical Sciences, Sunway University, 47500 Bandar Sunway, Selangor Malaysia
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- Department of Medicine, Faculty of Medicine and Health Sciences, Universiti Putra Malaysia, 43400 Serdang, Malaysia
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- Department of Imaging, Faculty of Medicine and Health Sciences, Universiti Putra Malaysia, 43400 Serdang, Malaysia
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- Department of Surgery, Faculty of Medicine and Health Sciences, Universiti Putra Malaysia, 43400 Serdang, Malaysia
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- Department of Pharmacy Practice, School of Pharmacy, International Medical University, 57000 Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
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Bhowmik B, Afsana F, Ahmed T, Siddiquee T, Ahmed T, Pathan F, Mahtab H, Khan AKA. Evaluation of knowledge regarding gestational diabetes mellitus: a Bangladeshi study. Public Health 2018; 161:67-74. [PMID: 29913317 DOI: 10.1016/j.puhe.2018.04.017] [Citation(s) in RCA: 10] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/29/2017] [Revised: 04/28/2018] [Accepted: 04/30/2018] [Indexed: 11/29/2022]
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OBJECTIVE The aim of this study was to evaluate the level of knowledge about gestational diabetes mellitus (GDM) in Bangladeshi people. STUDY DESIGN Cross-sectional study. METHODS This study involving 1374 participants was conducted in 15 outpatient clinics of Diabetic Association of Bangladesh and its affiliated associations, Bangabandhu Sheikh Mujib Medical University and four medical college hospitals in Bangladesh from August 2015 to December 2015. A pretested interviewer-administered questionnaire was used to obtain information related to sociodemographic status, level of education, types of profession, and medical history. The questionnaire included eight questions on GDM. Level of knowledge (mean ± 1 standard deviation [SD]) was categorized as poor, average, and good. Descriptive, Chi-squared, and regression analysis were performed to express the results. RESULTS Of total knowledge score of 8, participants' mean knowledge score (±SD) was 2.7 ± 1.5. The levels of good, average, and poor knowledge were 26.3%, 63.1%, and 10.6%, respectively. In multivariate analysis, participants aged below 30 years (P < 0.001), male gender (P < 0.001), high-income group (P < 0.001), having university education (P < 0.001), health professionals (P < 0.001), capital Dhaka city residents (P < 0.001), those with family history of diabetes (P = 0.007), and participants with diabetes (P = 0.007) were found to be significantly associated with the good knowledge score. CONCLUSIONS Participants in this study had average knowledge about GDM. New innovative strategies should be developed to improve the knowledge of GDM among health professionals and general population.
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- B Bhowmik
- Institute of Health and Society, Faculty of Medicine, University of Oslo, Oslo 0318, Norway; Centre for Global Health Research, Diabetic Association of Bangladesh, Dhaka 1000, Bangladesh.
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- Bangladesh Institute of Research and Rehabilitation in Diabetes, Endocrine and Metabolic Disorders, Dhaka 1000, Bangladesh
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- Bangladesh Institute of Research and Rehabilitation in Diabetes, Endocrine and Metabolic Disorders, Dhaka 1000, Bangladesh
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- Centre for Global Health Research, Diabetic Association of Bangladesh, Dhaka 1000, Bangladesh
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- Bangladesh Institute of Research and Rehabilitation in Diabetes, Endocrine and Metabolic Disorders, Dhaka 1000, Bangladesh
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- Bangladesh Institute of Research and Rehabilitation in Diabetes, Endocrine and Metabolic Disorders, Dhaka 1000, Bangladesh
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- Bangladesh Institute of Research and Rehabilitation in Diabetes, Endocrine and Metabolic Disorders, Dhaka 1000, Bangladesh
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- Centre for Global Health Research, Diabetic Association of Bangladesh, Dhaka 1000, Bangladesh
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Mwanri AW, Kinabo JL, Ramaiya K, Feskens EJM. High blood pressure and associated risk factors among women attending antenatal clinics in Tanzania. J Hypertens 2016; 33:940-7. [PMID: 25909697 DOI: 10.1097/hjh.0000000000000501] [Citation(s) in RCA: 10] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 02/06/2023]
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AIM Hypertension during pregnancy (HDP) is one of the leading causes of maternal and perinatal mortality worldwide. This study examined prevalence and potential risk factors for HDP among pregnant women in Tanzania. METHODS We examined 910 pregnant women, aged at least 20 years, mean gestational age 27 weeks, from rural (n = 301) and urban (n = 609) areas, during their usual antenatal clinic visits. Hypertension was defined as clinic SBP at least 140 mmHg or DBP at least 90 mmHg. Dietary assessment included dietary diversity score using 16 food groups. Multiple logistic regression analysis was used to assess the independent association of risk factors associated with prevalence of hypertension. RESULTS A total of 62 women (6.9%) had HDP, prevalence being higher in urban (8.1%) compared to rural area (4.4%). For the urban area, mother's age [odds ratio (OR) 1.10, 95% confidence interval (CI) 1.03-1.20], gestational age (OR 1.10, 95% CI 1.02-1.20), mid-upper arm circumference (OR 1.13, 95% CI 1.01-1.23), dietary diversity score (OR 1.31, 95% CI 1.20-1.60) and being HIV-positive (OR 2.40, 95% CI 1.10-5.18) were independently associated with HDP. When adjusted for proteinuria, associations with HIV status and mid-upper arm circumference weakened. In the rural area, HDP risk increased with age and gestational age. CONCLUSION Prevalence of HDP was higher in urban compared to rural area, which points at high risk for preterm delivery, low birth weight and future cardiovascular diseases. The observed risk factors identify risk groups to be screened and targeted for prevention. The role of HIV status needs to be further explored.
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- Akwilina W Mwanri
- aSokoine University of Agriculture, Department of Food Science and Technology, Chuo Kikuu, Morogoro, Tanzania bWageningen University, Wageningen, The Netherlands cShree HinduMandal Hospital, Dar es Salaam, Tanzania
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Mehta B, Kumar V, Chawla S, Sachdeva S, Mahopatra D. Hypertension in Pregnancy: A Community-Based Study. Indian J Community Med 2015; 40:273-8. [PMID: 26435602 PMCID: PMC4581149 DOI: 10.4103/0970-0218.164403] [Citation(s) in RCA: 16] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/25/2022] Open
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Background: Hypertensive disorders during pregnancy occur in women with preexisting primary or secondary chronic hypertension, and in women who develop new-onset hypertension in the second half of pregnancy. The present study was undertaken to study the prevalence and correlates of hypertension in pregnancy in a rural block of Haryana. Materials and Methods: This cross-sectional study was carried out in the all 20 subcenters under Community Health Center (CHC) Chiri, Block Lakhanmajra. All the pregnant women registered at the particular subcenter at a point of time of visit were included in the study. Appropriate statistical tests were used for analysis. Results: A total of 931 pregnant women were included in the present study. Prevalence of hypertension in pregnancy was found to be 6.9%. Maternal age ≥25 years, gestational period ≤20 weeks, history of cesarean section, history of preterm delivery, and history of hypertension in previous pregnancy were found to be significantly associated with prevalence of hypertension in pregnancy. Conclusion: Nearly one in 14 pregnant women in rural areas of Haryana suffers from a hypertensive disorder of pregnancy. Early diagnosis and treatment through regular antenatal checkup is a key factor to prevent hypertensive disorders of pregnancy and its complications.
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- Bharti Mehta
- Department of Community Medicine, Post Graduate Institute of Medical Sciences, Rohtak, Haryana, India
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- Department of Community Medicine, Post Graduate Institute of Medical Sciences, Rohtak, Haryana, India
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- Department of Community Medicine, Maharishi Markendeshwar Medical College (MMMC), Solan, Himachal Pradesh, India
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- Department of Community Medicine, Dr. Ram Manohar Lohia Hospital, New Delhi, India
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- Department of Community Medicine, Post Graduate Institute of Medical Sciences, Rohtak, Haryana, India
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Undiagnosed hypertension in a rural district in Bangladesh: The Bangladesh Population-based Diabetes and Eye Study (BPDES). J Hum Hypertens 2015; 30:252-9. [PMID: 26108363 DOI: 10.1038/jhh.2015.65] [Citation(s) in RCA: 24] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/22/2015] [Revised: 04/21/2015] [Accepted: 05/22/2015] [Indexed: 01/16/2023]
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Hypertension is mainly asymptomatic and remains undiagnosed until the disease progresses. The objective of the study was to determine the prevalence of and risk factors for hypertension in rural Bangladesh. Using a population-based cluster random sampling strategy, 3096 adults aged ⩾30 years were recruited from a rural district in Bangladesh. Data collected included two blood pressure (BP) measurements, fasting blood glucose, socio-demographic and anthropometric measurements. Hypertension was defined as systolic BP (SBP) ⩾140 mm Hg or diastolic BP (DBP) ⩾90 mm Hg or self-reported diagnosed hypertension. Logistic regression techniques were used for data analyses. The crude prevalence of hypertension was 40% (95% confidence interval (CI) 38-42%) of which 82% were previously undiagnosed. People from lower socio-economic status (SES) had a significantly higher percentage of undiagnosed hypertension compared with people with higher SES (P<0.001). There was no significant gender difference in severity of hypertension. Males with higher education level compared with no education had a higher prevalence of hypertension (odds ratio 2.34, 95% CI 1.49-3.69). Older age and waist circumference in both genders, and diabetes, lack of physical activity in females were found to be associated with higher prevalence of hypertension. Our research suggests the prevalence of undiagnosed hypertension was higher in the rural area in Bangladesh than that reported from the rural area in neighbouring India and China. Lower SES was associated with a higher risk of undiagnosed hypertension. Public health programs at the grass-roots level must emphasise the provision of primary care and preventive services in managing this non-communicable disease.
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Paz-Salinas KC, Padilla-Raygoza N, Delgado-Sandoval SC, Olvera-Villanueva G, Ruiz-Paloalto ML. Do People with Type 2 Diabetes Think They are Unhealthy?: A Cross-Sectional Study in Celaya, Mexico. Cent Asian J Glob Health 2015; 4:207. [PMID: 29138715 PMCID: PMC5661197 DOI: 10.5195/cajgh.2015.207] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/20/2022] Open
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BACKGROUND Type 2 diabetes is a chronic disease that presents a significant burden on health care systems in many countries. With the rise of obesity, the incidence of Type 2 diabetes has also been steadily increasing. A healthy lifestyle and understanding of diabetes management are important factors for delaying the onset of comorbidities associated with Type 2 diabetes. The objective of this study was to evaluate the self-perception of health in individuals with Type 2 diabetes as it relates to BMI status, which has important implications for the implementation of preventive programs. METHODS A cross-sectional lifestyle survey was implemented in the region of Celaya, Guanajuato, Mexico, targeting 100 participants diagnosed with Type 2 diabetes. Anthropometric measurements and participant characteristics were also obtained. Fisher's exact test was used to determine if the proportions of lifestyles perceptions differed by BMI status. RESULTS Participants had a mean age of 56.12 ± 10.26, a mean BMI of 29.13 ± 5.48 kg/m2, were mostly married (67.0%), and female (70.0%). None of the normal weight participants perceived themselves as unhealthy. 95% of overweight/obese participants perceived themselves to be healthy, despite a diagnosis of diabetes and being overweight/obese, while only 5% perceived themselves to be unhealthy. However, these differences in the perceptions of health classified by BMI status were not statistically significant (p = 0.42). CONCLUSION Our findings indicate that overweight and obese persons with Type 2 diabetes in Celaya, Mexico may have misperceptions about their own health, even though these findings were not statistically significant. These preliminary data highlight the importance of implementing prevention and educational programs among those with diabetes, in order to combat health misperceptions and raise awareness about the dangers of diabetes and obesity. Furthermore, more research with larger sample sizes is needed in order to fully understand the effects of perception of health on actual health.
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- Karla C Paz-Salinas
- Division of Health Sciences and Engineering, Campus Celaya Salvatierra, University of Guanajuato, Mexico
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- Division of Health Sciences and Engineering, Campus Celaya Salvatierra, University of Guanajuato, Mexico
- Department of Nursing and Obstetrics, Campus Celaya Salvatierra, University of Guanajuato, Mexico
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- Division of Health Sciences and Engineering, Campus Celaya Salvatierra, University of Guanajuato, Mexico
- Department of Nursing and Obstetrics, Campus Celaya Salvatierra, University of Guanajuato, Mexico
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- Division of Health Sciences and Engineering, Campus Celaya Salvatierra, University of Guanajuato, Mexico
- Department of Nursing and Obstetrics, Campus Celaya Salvatierra, University of Guanajuato, Mexico
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- Division of Health Sciences and Engineering, Campus Celaya Salvatierra, University of Guanajuato, Mexico
- Department of Clinical Nursing, Campus Celaya Salvatierra, University of Guanajuato, Mexico
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Dave VR, Rana BM, Sonaliya KN, Chandwani SJ, Sharma SV, Khatri SO, Shaikh KM, Hathiari FM. Screening of Gestational Diabetes and Hypertension Among Antenatal Women in Rural West India. Cent Asian J Glob Health 2014; 3:140. [PMID: 29755888 PMCID: PMC5927732 DOI: 10.5195/cajgh.2014.140] [Citation(s) in RCA: 6] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.6] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/02/2022] Open
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Background Hypertension and gestational diabetes are among the leading causes of maternal and perinatal mortality, especially in rural areas of developing countries with meager health facilities. With early diagnosis and timely treatment, these adverse events can be decreased. The primary aim of this study was to implement a screening program for gestational diabetes and hypertension, and to assess risk factors associated with these conditions among antenatal women in the rural area of the Gujarat province in India. Methods A cross–sectional study was conducted at one of the rural areas of Gujarat province in India. Following a random cluster sampling procedure, the village of Davas was selected. A multistage random sampling method was utilized, resulting in a sample of 346 antenatal women. Screening guidelines from the American Diabetes Association were followed for gestational diabetes screening. Results The majority of antenatal mothers (55.50%) were between 21–25 years of age. 242 antenatal women were multigravida, and among them, 85.96% had institutional delivery at their last pregnancy. Of the total 346 women, 17.60% were prehypertensive. The prevalence of systolic hypertension was 1.40%, diastolic hypertension was 0.90%, and gestational diabetes was 1.73%. Conclusion Socioeconomically upper class, a family history of hypertension, and BMI ≥ 25 were strong risk factors for hypertension during pregnancy and gestational diabetes. Health education should be made readily available to antenatal mothers by paramedical workers regarding symptoms of hypertension and gestational diabetes mellitus for early self identification.
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- Viral R Dave
- Community Medicine Department, Gujarat Cancer Society (GCS) Medical College, Ahmedabad, Gujarat, India
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- Community Medicine Department, Gujarat Cancer Society (GCS) Medical College, Ahmedabad, Gujarat, India
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- Community Medicine Department, Gujarat Cancer Society (GCS) Medical College, Ahmedabad, Gujarat, India
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- Gujarat Cancer Society (GCS) Medical College Hospital & Research Centre, Ahmedabad, Gujarat, India
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- Gujarat Cancer Society (GCS) Medical College Hospital & Research Centre, Ahmedabad, Gujarat, India
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- Gujarat Cancer Society (GCS) Medical College Hospital & Research Centre, Ahmedabad, Gujarat, India
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- Gujarat Cancer Society (GCS) Medical College Hospital & Research Centre, Ahmedabad, Gujarat, India
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- Gujarat Cancer Society (GCS) Medical College Hospital & Research Centre, Ahmedabad, Gujarat, India
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Kanguru L, Bezawada N, Hussein J, Bell J. The burden of diabetes mellitus during pregnancy in low- and middle-income countries: a systematic review. Glob Health Action 2014; 7:23987. [PMID: 24990684 PMCID: PMC4079934 DOI: 10.3402/gha.v7.23987] [Citation(s) in RCA: 69] [Impact Index Per Article: 6.9] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/04/2014] [Revised: 04/30/2014] [Accepted: 05/06/2014] [Indexed: 12/17/2022] Open
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BACKGROUND Little is known about the burden of diabetes mellitus (DM) in pregnancy in low- and middle-income countries despite high prevalence and mortality rates being observed in these countries. OBJECTIVE To investigate the prevalence and geographical patterns of DM in pregnancy up to 1 year post-delivery in low- and middle-income countries. SEARCH STRATEGY Medline, Embase, Cochrane (Central), Cinahl and CAB databases were searched with no date restrictions. SELECTION CRITERIA Articles assessing the prevalence of gestational diabetes mellitus (GDM), and types 1 and 2 DM were sought. DATA COLLECTION AND ANALYSIS Articles were independently screened by at least two reviewers. Forest plots were used to present prevalence rates and linear trends calculated by linear regression where appropriate. MAIN RESULTS A total of 45 articles were included. The prevalence of GDM varied. Diagnosis was made by the American Diabetes Association criteria (1.50-15.5%), the Australian Diabetes in Pregnancy Society criteria (20.8%), the Diabetes in Pregnancy Study Group India criteria (13.4%), the European Association for the Study of Diabetes criteria (1.6%), the International Association of Diabetes and Pregnancy Study Groups criteria (8.9-20.4%), the National Diabetes Data Group criteria (0.56-6.30%) and the World Health Organization criteria (0.4-24.3%). Vietnam, India and Cuba had the highest prevalence rates. Types 1 and 2 DM were less often reported. Reports of maternal mortality due to DM were not found. No geographical patterns of the prevalence of GDM could be confirmed but data from Africa is particularly limited. CONCLUSION Existing published data are insufficient to build a clear picture of the burden and distribution of DM in pregnancy in low- and middle-income countries. Consensus on a common diagnostic criterion for GDM is needed. Type 1 and 2 DM in pregnancy and postpartum DM are other neglected areas.
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- IMMPACT, School of Medicine & Dentistry, University of Aberdeen, Scotland, UK;
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- Medical School, School of Medicine & Dentistry, University of Aberdeen, Scotland, UK
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- IMMPACT, School of Medicine & Dentistry, University of Aberdeen, Scotland, UK
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- IMMPACT, School of Medicine & Dentistry, University of Aberdeen, Scotland, UK
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Linnenkamp U, Guariguata L, Beagley J, Whiting DR, Cho NH. The IDF Diabetes Atlas methodology for estimating global prevalence of hyperglycaemia in pregnancy. Diabetes Res Clin Pract 2014; 103:186-96. [PMID: 24300016 DOI: 10.1016/j.diabres.2013.11.004] [Citation(s) in RCA: 28] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Accepted: 11/07/2013] [Indexed: 01/27/2023]
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INTRODUCTION Hyperglycaemia is one of the most prevalent metabolic disorders occurring during pregnancy. Limited data are available on the global prevalence of hyperglycaemia in pregnancy. The International Diabetes Federation (IDF) has developed a methodology for generating estimates of the prevalence of hyperglycaemia in pregnancy, including hyperglycaemia first detected in pregnancy and live births to women with known diabetes, among women of childbearing age (20-49 years). METHODS A systematic review of the literature for studies reporting the prevalence of gestational diabetes was conducted. Studies were evaluated and scored to favour those that were representative of a large population, conducted recently, reported age-specific estimates, and case identification was based on blood test. Age-specific prevalence data from studies were entered to produce estimates for five-year age groups using logistic regression to smooth curves, with age as the independent variable. The derived age-specific prevalence was adjusted for differences in diagnostic criteria in the underlying data. Cases of hyperglycaemia in pregnancy were derived from age-specific estimates of fertility and age-specific population estimates. Country-specific estimates were generated for countries with available data. Regional and global estimates were generated based on aggregation and extrapolation for 219 countries and territories. Available fertility rates and diabetes prevalence estimates were used to estimate the proportion of hyperglycaemia in pregnancy that may be due to total diabetes in pregnancy - pregnancy in women with known diabetes and diabetes first detected in pregnancy. RESULTS The literature review identified 199 studies that were eligible for characterisation and selection. After scoring and exclusion requirements, 46 studies were selected representing 34 countries. More than 50% of selected studies came from Europe and North America and Caribbean. The smallest number of identified studies came from sub-Saharan Africa. The majority of studies were for high-income countries, although low- and middle-income countries were also represented. CONCLUSION Prevalence estimates of hyperglycaemia in pregnancy are sensitive to the data from which they are derived. The IDF methodology is a transparent, reproducible, and modifiable method for estimating the burden of hyperglycaemia in pregnancy. More data are needed, in particular from developing countries, to strengthen the methodology.
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- International Diabetes Federation, Brussels, Belgium.
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- International Diabetes Federation, Brussels, Belgium
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- International Diabetes Federation, Brussels, Belgium
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- Directorate of Public Health, Medway Council, Chatham, United Kingdom
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- Department in Preventive Medicine, Ajou University School of Medicine, Suwon, Republic of Korea
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Saquib N, Saquib J, Ahmed T, Khanam MA, Cullen MR. Cardiovascular diseases and type 2 diabetes in Bangladesh: a systematic review and meta-analysis of studies between 1995 and 2010. BMC Public Health 2012; 12:434. [PMID: 22694854 PMCID: PMC3487781 DOI: 10.1186/1471-2458-12-434] [Citation(s) in RCA: 104] [Impact Index Per Article: 8.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/15/2011] [Accepted: 05/28/2012] [Indexed: 11/10/2022] Open
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BACKGROUND Belief is that chronic disease prevalence is rising in Bangladesh since death from them has increased. We reviewed published cardiovascular (CVD) and Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus (T2DM) studies between 1995 and 2010 and conducted a meta-analysis of disease prevalence. METHODS A systematic search of CVD and T2DM studies yielded 29 eligible studies (outcome: CVD only = 12, T2DM only = 9, both = 8). Hypertension (HTN) was the primary outcome of CVD studies. HTN and T2DM were defined with objective measures and standard cut-off values. We assessed the study quality based on sampling frame, sample size, and disease evaluation. Random effects models calculated pooled disease prevalence (95% confidence interval) in studies with general population samples (n = 22). RESULTS The pooled HTN and T2DM prevalence were 13.7% (12.1%-15.3%) and 6.7% (4.9%-8.6%), respectively. Both diseases exhibited a secular trend by 5-year intervals between 1995 and 2010 (HTN = 11.0%, 12.8%, 15.3%, T2DM = 3.8%, 5.3%, 9.0%). HTN was higher in females (M vs. F: 12.8% vs.16.1%) but T2DM was higher in males (M vs. F: 7.0% vs. 6.2%) (non-significant). Both HTN and T2DM were higher in urban areas (urban vs. rural: 22.2% vs. 14.3% and 10.2% vs. 5.1% respectively) (non-significant). HTN was higher among elderly and among working professionals. Both HTN and T2DM were higher in 'high- quality' studies. CONCLUSIONS There is evidence of a rising secular trend of HTN and T2DM prevalence in Bangladesh. Future research should focus on the evolving root causes, incidence, and prognosis of HTN and T2DM.
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- Nazmus Saquib
- School of Medicine, Stanford University, Stanford, USA
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Van Minh H, Soonthornthada K, Ng N, Juvekar S, Razzaque A, Ashraf A, Ahmed SM, Bich TH, Kanungsukkasem U. Blood pressure in adult rural INDEPTH population in Asia. Glob Health Action 2009; 2. [PMID: 20027254 PMCID: PMC2785103 DOI: 10.3402/gha.v2i0.2010] [Citation(s) in RCA: 26] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/04/2009] [Revised: 07/25/2009] [Accepted: 07/25/2009] [Indexed: 11/14/2022] Open
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INTRODUCTION High blood pressure (BP) is a well-known major risk factor for cardiovascular diseases and is a leading contributor to cardiovascular mortality and morbidity worldwide. Reliable population-based BP data from low-middle income countries are sparse. OBJECTIVE This paper reports BP distributions among adults in nine rural populations in five Asian countries and examines the association between high BP and associated risk factors, including gender, age, education, and body mass index. METHODS A multi-site cross-sectional study of the major non-communicable disease risk factors (tobacco and alcohol use, fruit and vegetable intake, physical activity patterns) was conducted in 2005 in nine Health and Demographic Surveillance System (HDSS) sites in five Asian countries, all part of the INDEPTH Network. In addition to the self-report questions on risk factors, height and weight, and BP were measured during household visits using standard protocols of the WHO STEPwise approach to Surveillance. RESULTS In all the study sites (except among men and women in WATCH and among women in Chililab), the mean levels of systolic BP were greater than the optimal threshold (115 mmHg). A considerable proportion of the study populations - especially those in the HDSS in India, Indonesia, and Thailand - had high BP (systolic BP >/= 140 mmHg or diastolic BP >/= 90 mmHg or on treatment with BP medications). A more conservative definition of high BP (systolic BP >/= 160 mmHg or diastolic BP >/= 100 mmHg) substantially reduced the prevalence rate. The marked differences in the proportion of the populations on high BP medication (range between 0.6 and 10.8%) raised problems in comparing the prevalence of high BP across sites when using the commonly used definition of high BP as in this study. In the four HDSS in Bangladesh, women had a higher prevalence of high BP than men; the reverse was true in the other sites (Chililab, Filabavi in Vietnam; Kanchanaburi, Thailand; and Vadu, India) where men experienced higher prevalence than women. Overweight and obesity were significantly associated with high BP, with odds ratio ranging from two in Chililab to five in Filabavi (both in Vietnam HDSS). CONCLUSION The patterns of BP in these nine cross-sectional surveys were complex, reflecting the fact that the Asian countries are at different stages of the epidemiological transition. Actions to prevent the rise of BP levels are urgently required. An emphasis should be placed on cost-effective interventions to reduce salt consumption in the population as an immediate priority.
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- Filabavi Health and Demographic Surveillance System, Vietnam
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