diabetes and endocrine in preganacy Flashcards
1
Q
what types of diabetes can you have during pregnancy?
A
T1
T2
gestational
2
Q
when does foetal organogenesis start?
A
starts at 5 weeks
3
Q
what are the diabetes complications in pregnancy?
A
Congenital Malformation
* Prematurity
* Intra-uterine growth retardation (IUGR)
* Macrosomia (>90th centile for size)
Delivery !!
* Polyhydramnios
* Intrauterine Death
4
Q
what are the complications seen in neonate as a result of maternal diabetes?
A
Respiratory Distress
- immature lungs
Hypoglycaemia
- fits
Hypocalcaemia
- fit
5
Q
how much higher is the risk of spina bifida in diabetes in pregnancy?
A
5 times higher