Prevalence and predictors of gestational diabetes mellitus among pregnant women attending antenatal clinic in Dodoma region, Tanzania: an analytical cross-sectional study.

Mwajuma Bakari Mdoe Stephen Matthew Kibusi Mariam John Munyogwa Alex Ibolinga Ernest

Published in: BMJ nutrition, prevention & health (2021)

Prevalence of GDM is relatively high in Dodoma region. Most pregnant women are unaware of the condition such that it leads to a high-risk lifestyle. Besides, GDM significantly contributes to the number of high-risk pregnancies that go undetected and suboptimally managed. The antenatal care centres offer an optimum platform for screening, preventing and treating GDM by prioritising high-risk women.

Keyphrases

pregnant women
pregnancy outcomes
risk factors
preterm birth
healthcare
metabolic syndrome
palliative care
physical activity
primary care
type diabetes
high throughput
adipose tissue
mass spectrometry
gestational age
chronic pain
breast cancer risk