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Vitamin D is suspected of having a role in the development of type 1 diabetes. Previous studies have been small-scale and inconclusive. Now we have a systematic review of the observational evidence about the relationship between consumption of Vitamin D in early life (or during pregnancy) and the risk of developing type 1 diabetes later [read the full story…]
We already know that women with diabetes have a substantially increased risk of adverse pregnancy outcomes. We also know that improved glycaemic control can reduce these risks. But are these messages being adequately addressed in current clinical practice? The NHS in England has recently started the National Pregnancy in Diabetes Audit, with the aim of [read the full story…]
Maternal diabetes can be a cause of congenital malformations and death in infants. Diabetic mothers planning pregnancy need to be able to minimise these risks through good information, advice and care. What forms of care are most effective? This systematic review set out to examine the evidence on giving specific pre-pregnancy care (PPC) in preventing [read the full story…]
Women with diabetes are known to have a higher risk of adverse pregnancy outcomes, including birth defects and pre-eclampsia, compared with non-diabetic women. NICE recommends that pregnant diabetic women aim for a fasting blood glucose between 3.5 and 5.9 mmol/litre and 1-hour postprandial blood glucose below 7.8 mmol/litre. However, this guidance was issued in 2008 and is [read the full story…]
Research has shown that light to moderate exercise during pregnancy is beneficial for mother and baby alike. It has also been shown to prevent type 2 diabetes in men and non-pregnant women. This Cochrane review looked at whether it can prevent diabetes in pregnant women. Clinical question: In pregnant women, does exercise prevent gestational diabetes? [read the full story…]
The Canadian Journal of Opthalmology has recently published guidelines for managing diabetic retinopathy by the Canadian Ophthalmological Society. Coverage: Methodology Definitions Epidemiology Screening Telehealth and Teleophthalmology Risk Factors For And Prevention Of Progression Of Diabetic Retinopathy Treatment Modalities Pregnancy Neovascularization of The Iris Economic Considerations Support Appraisal hints: Does this guidance conform to AGREE principles? [read the full story…]
