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Main description:
Contemporary Topics in Gestational Diabetes Mellitus presents up-to-date information on etiopathogenesis diagnostic procedures, classification of hyperglycemia in pregnancy, associated complications, and management issues. It is a comprehensive guide which providing insights into the pathophysiology and management of the condition.
This comprehensive guide covers all aspects of diabetes in pregnancy, its diagnosis, contributing factors such as obesity, and management. Related topics include Bariatric Surgery in Women of Child Bearing Age, Psychosocial Aspects of Diabetes in Pregnancy, Long-term Implications for Offspring of Mothers with Gestational Diabetes Mellitus and Postpartum Care.
Written by experts in the field, the book is an authoritative guide for gynaecologists, endocrinologists and general physicians. Its lucid language and explanatory diagrams and figures make Contemporary Topics in Gestational Diabetes Mellitus an essential reference book for clinicians seeking in-depth knowledge on diabetes and pregnancy.
Key Points
Complete guide to gestational diabetes for clinicians presented in an easy to follow, visually appealing format
Written by experts in the field
Extensive coverage of management of the condition, from diagnosis, nutritional therapy and other treatments, through to long term effects on offspring, and postpartum care
Contents:
Contributors
Preface
Hyperglycemia during Pregnancy: Epidemiology and Public Health Relevance
Hormono-metabolic Adaptations in Pregnancy
Pathogenesis of Gestational Diabetes Mellitus
Overweight, Obesity, and Gestational Diabetes Mellitus
Current Status in Diagnosing Gestational Diabetes Mellitus
Gestational Diabetes Mellitus: Rationale for Screening Glucose Tolerance in Early Weeks of Pregnancy
Glycemic Targets and Assessing Glycemic Control in Pregnant Diabetic
Medical Nutrition Therapy in Gestational Diabetes Mellitus
Oral Hypoglycemic Agents in Gestational Diabetes Mellitus: Current Status
Insulin in Pregnancy Diabetes
Continuous Glucose Monitoring in Diabetic Pregnancy: Is it Necessary or Optional?
Bariatric Surgery in Women of Childbearing Age
Psychosocial Aspects of Diabetes in Pregnancy
Long-term Implications for Offspring of Mothers with Gestational Diabetes Mellitus
Neonatal Aspects of Gestational Diabetes Mellitus
Immunology and Inflammation in Gestational Diabetes Mellitus
Maternal Obesity: Short and Long-term Consequences and Intervention in Pregnancy
Gestational Diabetes Mellitus: Can The Obstetrician Make A Difference?
Gestational Diabetes Mellitus: Risks and Treatment
Thyroid Disorders in Pregnancy
Gestational Diabetes Mellitus and Metabolic Syndrome
22. Metabolic Syndrome: Perils for Pregnancy and Precursor for Childhood Obesity
Lifestyle Interventions during Pregnancy, Why They have Limited Success: Too Little Too Late
Factors Predicting the Development of Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus in Women with Prior Gestational Diabetes Mellitus and Action Plan for Prevention
Postpartum Care and Breastfeeding in Gestational Diabetes Mellitus, Benefits for Mother and Baby
Appendix
Index
PRODUCT DETAILS
Publisher: Jaypee Medical (Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers)
Publication date: December, 2014
Pages: 300
Weight: 470g
Availability: Available
Subcategories: Diseases and Disorders, Endocrinology, Obstetrics and Gynaecology