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Poor pregnancy outcomes still high in diabetes

Neonatal death, stillbirth, congenital anomaly, large and small for dates babies and neonatal unit admission in diabetic pregnancies remain very high when compared to non-diabetic pregnancies. According to the latest National Pregnancy in Diabetes Audit, women with diabetes are not adequately prepared for pregnancy, with almost 90% not receiving risk-reducing pregnancy preparation as recommended by the National Institute for Health and Care Excellence. These findings have remained unchanged over the past 5 years.

CGM during pregnancy a cost-effective CONCEPTT

Editorial: The legacy of hyperglycaemia in pregnancy

Gestational diabetes impacts both mother and baby. Brief interventions in primary care can make all the difference.

Metformin use in pregnancy not associated with congenital anomalies

Investigators wanted to find out whether exposure to metformin during the first trimester of pregnancy, for diabetes or other indications, increased the risk of congenital anomalies. They examined a European congenital anomaly registry (EUROmediCAT). They found 168 babies affected by a congenital anomaly (141 non-genetic and 27 genetic) who were exposed to metformin. No evidence was found for a significantly increased risk of all non-genetic congenital anomalies following exposure to metformin during the first trimester.

Editorial: New website, new opportunities

Pam Brown, Editor-in-Chief, welcomes the first digital issue of Diabetes & Primary Care.

Free E-learning Module: Pre-conception and postnatal advice

CPD for all healthcare professionals involved in the care of women of childbearing age who have diabetes.

The role of the practice nurse in the preconception care of women with type 2 diabetes

The authors urge practice nurses to take the lead in providing preconception care for women with type 2 diabetes and provide a step-by-step guide to the delivery of care.

Disappointing findings of the National Pregnancy in Diabetes audit

Su Down reviews the outcomes of pregnancy in women with diabetes in England and Wales.

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Pre-pregnancy care: We must heed findings from the national audit when implementing the new NICE guideline

Pre-pregnancy care: We must heed findings from the national audit when implementing the new NICE guideline

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