G. B, Tee, P. G, I. C, M. A, I. I, K. E, A. I, A. O. O, D. C, A. S, Irete, A, LChris-Biriowu H, O. M., E. M, O. U, A. A
{"title":"Preferred Method of Delivery amongst Women of Reproductive Age in South-South Nigeria","authors":"G. B, Tee, P. G, I. C, M. A, I. I, K. E, A. I, A. O. O, D. C, A. S, Irete, A, LChris-Biriowu H, O. M., E. M, O. U, A. A","doi":"10.36348/sijog.2023.v06i07.008","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.36348/sijog.2023.v06i07.008","url":null,"abstract":"Choice of delivery is as important as getting pregnant for the first time. Delivery could be spontaneous vagina delivery (SVD) or caesarean section (CS). African culture believes in spontaneous vagina delivery which it cannot be compromised. This study is to evaluate the Preferred Method of Delivery Amongst Women of Reproductive Age in South-South, Nigeria. This was a cross-sectional study involving 260 females who were within the age of 18 to 45 years. A well-structured questionnaire was administered to participants. Each participant had one questionnaire to fill appropriately and independently after instructions were given to them by the researchers. The study lasted for a period of 6 months. The study revealed that 51.4% of the participants have tertiary level of education, 43.8% had secondary level and 4.8% had primary level of education. 69.5% of the participants were married, 24.8% were single, 1.9% were cohabiting and 3.8% are widow.96.0% are Christian, 3.0% were Moslem and 1.0% were African Traditional Believers. 72.4% of the participants were pregnant and 27.6% were not pregnant. 97.1% of the participants have preferred method of delivery and 77.9% preferred spontaneous vaginal delivery and 22.1% preferred cesarean section. Also, the study revealed the reason why the most of the participants preferred spontaneous vaginal delivery as culture (13.6%), pride (11.4%), religion (20. 8%), cost (32.8%) and fear (16.8%).","PeriodicalId":394508,"journal":{"name":"Scholars International Journal of Obstetrics and Gynecology","volume":"8 1","pages":"0"},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2023-07-29","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"133068109","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
K. S. Dembélé, M. K, D. I, D. A, D. H, K. M, H. K, C. M, D. A, C. S, K. S, F. D, K. D, Coulibaly P, C. D, D. Z, D. A
{"title":"Acquired Vaginal Stenosis: About a Case","authors":"K. S. Dembélé, M. K, D. I, D. A, D. H, K. M, H. K, C. M, D. A, C. S, K. S, F. D, K. D, Coulibaly P, C. D, D. Z, D. A","doi":"10.36348/sijog.2023.v06i07.007","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.36348/sijog.2023.v06i07.007","url":null,"abstract":"Female genital mutilation covers all interventions including the partial or total removal of the female external genitalia or any other lesion of the female genitalia that are carried out for non-medical reasons. They can be serious due to the occurrence of complications and sequelae. Our observation was a case of sequellar vaginal stenosisaftergenital mutilation performed 15 years ago. The discovery of the stenosis was linked to a difficulty in being able to consum mate his marriage. The diagnosis of stage III vaginal stenosis was suggested and disinfibulation associated with vaginal dilation was performed.","PeriodicalId":394508,"journal":{"name":"Scholars International Journal of Obstetrics and Gynecology","volume":"32 1","pages":"0"},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2023-07-26","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"127846782","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
Kazi Shamim Ara, F. Deeba, Shakeela Ishrat, Mitu Debnath, Farhana Karim Satu, F. Chowdhury
{"title":"Effect of Levocarnitine on Physical and Biochemical Parameters in Patients with Polycystic Ovary Syndrome","authors":"Kazi Shamim Ara, F. Deeba, Shakeela Ishrat, Mitu Debnath, Farhana Karim Satu, F. Chowdhury","doi":"10.36348/sijog.2023.v06i07.006","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.36348/sijog.2023.v06i07.006","url":null,"abstract":"Background: Polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) is a common disorder in women of reproductive age closely related to insulin resistance, obesity, dyslipidaemia and long term diseases including diabetes and cardiovascular disease. The management of PCOS may be challenging on account of the comorbidities associated with the disease. Objective: The objective of the study was to evaluate the effect of Levocarnitine supplementation on physical and biochemical parameters in polycystic ovary syndrome. Methods: This randomized controlled study was conducted in the Department of Reproductive Endocrinology and Infertility, Bangabandhu Sheikh Mujib Medical University, Dhaka from January 2021 to December 2021. Total 78 diagnosed cases of PCOS were selected for medication and were included in this study. Eligible women who gave their informed consent were allocated into either Group A (Levocarnitine) or Group B (Placebo) on the basis of computer generated table. Group A received Levocarnitine and Group B received Placebo for 12 weeks. Then pretreatment and post treatment physical parameters including BMI, waist circumference and biochemical parameters including cholesterol, triglyceride, LDL, HDL, fasting plasma glucose, fasting insulin, HOMA-IR were assessed. Results: Treatment with levocarnitine significantly reduced BMI (-6.00±0.00 vs -0.45±0.07) waist circumference (-4.88±2.85 vs -0.77±0.30) compared with the placebo. In Levocarnitine group, total cholesterol (-38.15±7.33 vs -0.79±27.00 mg/dl), serum triglycerides (-60.00±53.33 vs. -0.33±9.59 mg/d) and LDL (-23.49±1.81 vs. -0.41±0.07 mg/dl) were significantly reduced and HDL level was significantly increased (4.23±1.62 vs 0.41±0.49 mg/dl) compared with the placebo group. Moreover, compared with the placebo, levocarnitine led to a significant reduction of fasting plasma glucose, fasting insulin and HOMA-IR (-0.49±0.95 vs. 0.09± 0.29). Conclusion: In conclusion, levocarnitine administration led to an improvement in physical parameters including BMI, waist circumference as well as biochemical factors including cholesterol, triglyceride, LDL, HDL. Insulin resistance was significantly reduced in post treatment patients of Levocarnitine. In contrast, although physical and biochemical parameters improved in the placebo group, the change was not significant.","PeriodicalId":394508,"journal":{"name":"Scholars International Journal of Obstetrics and Gynecology","volume":"10 1","pages":"0"},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2023-07-26","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"129982749","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
Farhana Karim Satu, F. Deeba, J. Banu, Mitu Debnath, F. Chowdhury, Kazi Shamim Ara, A. Shahid
{"title":"Effect of Magnesium Supplementation on Insulin Resistance in Polycystic Ovary Syndrome: A Randomized, Single-blind, Placebo-Controlled Trial Study","authors":"Farhana Karim Satu, F. Deeba, J. Banu, Mitu Debnath, F. Chowdhury, Kazi Shamim Ara, A. Shahid","doi":"10.36348/sijog.2023.v06i07.005","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.36348/sijog.2023.v06i07.005","url":null,"abstract":"Background: It has been revealed that low serum magnesium (Mg) is often associated with insulin Resistance (IR), cardiovascular problems, diabetes mellitus, and hypertension. Patients with polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) are known to have a high incidence of insulin resistance. Objective: To assess the effects of magnesium supplementation on insulin resistance in polycystic ovary syndrome. Methods: This randomized controlled study was conducted in the Department of Reproductive Endocrinology and Infertility, Bangabandhu Sheikh Mujib Medical University (BSMMU), Dhaka, from January 2021 to December 2021. A total of 74 women diagnosed of infertility with PCOS were included in this study. Eligible women who gave their informed consent were allocated into either group A: (Magnesium oxide) or group B (placebo) on the basis of a computerized generated table system allocated into two groups 37 patients (group-A) and 37 patients (group -B). Group A received magnesium oxide & group B received a placebo for 12 weeks. After 12 weeks of treatment, both groups were advised to repeat biochemical assay for fasting glucose, fasting insulin, HOMA-IR, serum testosterone & serum lipid profile at the follow-up visit. Results: Magnesium supplementation for 12 weeks among women with PCOS had favorable effects on waist circumference (changes from baseline in the intervention group: -0.76±3.1 vs. -1.7±1.8 cm in the placebo group) and BMI (-2.13±0.98 vs. -0.32±0.52 kg/m2) compared with the placebo group. Magnesium oxide led to a significant reduction in HOMA-IR (-1.49±0.95 vs. 0.09± 0.29) compared with placebo. Serum triglycerides was significantly decreased (-36.7±53.5 vs. 0.1±17.9 mg/d) in the magnesium group than placebo. HDL level was significantly increased in the magnesium group (2.3±5.9 mg/dl), while HDL level was decreased in the placebo group (-1.7±2.7 mg/dl). Significant mean change of total testosterone in magnesium group (0.43±0.35 ng/dL) than placebo group (-0.01±0.05 ng/dL). However, total cholesterol and LDL were also decreased in the magnesium group than in the placebo group, but the difference was not statistically significant (p>0.05) compared between the two groups. Conclusion: The present study provides evidence showing that magnesium supplementation resulted in reduced WC, BMI, HOMA-IR, total cholesterol, triglyceride, LDL, and testosterone levels in women with PCOS. Also, magnesium supplementation might increase serum HDL levels. Though there was a significantly increased pregnancy rate of magnesium supplementation than in a placebo group.","PeriodicalId":394508,"journal":{"name":"Scholars International Journal of Obstetrics and Gynecology","volume":"1 1","pages":"0"},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2023-07-26","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"130000805","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"Management of Annulo-Ectasitic Disease during Pregnancy","authors":"H. Kalkoul, S. Lehachi, S. Alkurdi, M. Chettibi","doi":"10.36348/sijog.2023.v06i07.004","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.36348/sijog.2023.v06i07.004","url":null,"abstract":"Annulo-ectasitic disease is a group of disorders with similar phenotypic features, combining aneurysm of the aortic duct and dilatation of the aortic annulus. Its incidence is estimated at 4.5 cases per 100,000. It is the 13th leading cause of death in Western countries. Aneurysms of the ascending aorta are divided into two distinct entities according to etiology and surgical management. Pregnancy and peri-partum are two situations where the risk of aortic dissection is higher, with a more rapid progression of aortic diameters. This risk is directly related to the diameter of the aorta at the beginning of pregnancy, compliance with beta-blocker treatment, and the need for concerted cardiological and obstetric monitoring as soon as the desire for pregnancy is expressed and up to the 2nd month of the peripartum period. The aim of this review is to illustrate, through 02 clinical situations, the difficulties in managing parturient patients suffering from the different types of annuloectasitic disease of the aorta.","PeriodicalId":394508,"journal":{"name":"Scholars International Journal of Obstetrics and Gynecology","volume":"80 1","pages":"0"},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2023-07-26","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"126588175","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
Mahin Rahman, Ferdous Ara Shuchi, Sufia Begum Shampy, R. Khanam, S. Rikta, N. Akhtar
{"title":"Various Mode of Presentation of Oligohydramnios in Patients Admitted in BSMMU: A Hospital Based Study","authors":"Mahin Rahman, Ferdous Ara Shuchi, Sufia Begum Shampy, R. Khanam, S. Rikta, N. Akhtar","doi":"10.36348/sijog.2023.v06i07.003","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.36348/sijog.2023.v06i07.003","url":null,"abstract":"Introduction: Oligohydramnios is a pregnancy disorder characterized by a shortage of amniotic fluid volume. It is a rather common obstetric complication that has severe effects on the health of both the mother and the fetus. Early identification is essential for prompt diagnosis and therapy because the clinical appearance of oligohydramnios can vary greatly. This study aimed to investigate the various modes of presentation of oligohydramnios in patients admitted to Bangabandhu Sheikh Mujib Medical University (BSMMU), a tertiary care hospital in Bangladesh. Methods: This prospective observational study was carried out on the admitted patients at the Department of Gynaecology and Obstetrics in Bangabandhu Sheikh Mujib Medical University (BSMMU), Dhaka from February to July 2008 (6 months). A total of fifty women (N=50) having Oligohydramnios in pregnancy were included in the study. Completed data forms were reviewed, edited, and processed for computer data entry. The data analysis was performed using Statistical Package for Social Sciences (SPSS) Version 25.0.The ethical clearance of this study was obtained from the Institutional Review Board (IRB) of BSMMU, Dhaka, Bangladesh. Results: The mean age of the mothers was 25.8 years and two-fifths of the mothers (20, 40.0%) belonged to 21-25 years old. Twenty-three mothers (23, 46.0%) were nulliparous. Of fifty mothers (N=50), eighteen (18, 36.0%) had borderline oligohydramnios and thirty-two (32, 64.0%) had severe oligohydramnios. Normal CTG tracing was found in eighteen patients (18, 36.0%) and abnormal CTG was found in thirty-two patients (32, 64%) (p < 0.01) which was statistically significant. Among the alive babies after initial resuscitation, twenty-three babies (23, 50.0%) were required to get admitted. Twelve admitted babies (12,52.2%) stayed in the neonatal ward for <7 days and among them one baby (1,8.3%) died, nine babies (9,39.1%) were treated for 7—21 days, among them two babies (2,22.2%) could not survive and two babies were treated for more than 21 days but could not survive. Conclusion: According to the findings, severe oligohydramnios was linked to a higher risk of cesarean delivery, higher APGAR ratings, and probable issues that would necessitate neonatal admission and care.","PeriodicalId":394508,"journal":{"name":"Scholars International Journal of Obstetrics and Gynecology","volume":"127 1","pages":"0"},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2023-07-12","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"115582957","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
Rabeya Khatun, M. Azad, Md. Nawsad Ali, R. Parvin, Shamima Tabassum
{"title":"Accuracy of Johnson's Formula for Estimating Fetal Weight Compared to Actual Birth Weight: A Study of 600 Cases in Rangpur Medical College","authors":"Rabeya Khatun, M. Azad, Md. Nawsad Ali, R. Parvin, Shamima Tabassum","doi":"10.36348/sijog.2023.v06i07.002","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.36348/sijog.2023.v06i07.002","url":null,"abstract":"Introduction: The estimation of fetal weight during pregnancy has a significant impact on the survival of newborns and some immediate and late sequelae of the life of newborns. Estimation of fetal weight also plays a paramount role in determining time, mode, and place of delivery. There are many methods to estimate fetal weight like the palpation method, fundal height measurement, and radio frequency volume reduction. Johnson's method is one of the clinical methods that require no expense and is easier to estimate the precise birth weight and fetal weight. This study aimed to analyze the accuracy of the Johnsons formula for estimating fetal weight compared to actual birth weight. Methods: This cross-sectional prospective study took place in the Gynecology and Obstetrics Department of Rangpur Medical College Hospital, Rangpur, between May 2015 to October 2015, six (06) months after approval. The sample size was 600 as per inclusion criteria. Data were collected through face-to-face interviews with the women by using a pre- design questionnaire after proper counseling and informed written consent. The purposive sampling method was used in the study. Data processing was consisting of registration schedule, editing, computerization, preparation of dummy table, analyzing & matching of data. Statistical analysis was carried out by using the Statistical Package for Social Sciences version 16.0 for Windows. The mean values were calculated for continuous variables. The quantitative observations were indicated by frequencies and percentages. Paired t-test was used for continuous variables. Pearson's correlation coefficients were used to test the relationship between the groups. P values <0.05 was considered statistically significant. Result: The mean age was found 24.5±5.1 years with a range from 18 to 38 years. The mean symphysio fundal height was found 32.4±2.0 cm with a range from 28 to 36 cm. The mean estimated fetal weight was found 3205.2±287.9 grams with a range from 2635 to 3875 grams. The mean actual birth weight after delivery was found 3019.0±359.0 grams with a range from 2200 to 3800 grams. The difference was statistically significant (p<0.05) between the two groups. A positive significant correlation (r=0.929; p=0.001) was found between actual birth weight and estimated fetal weight by Johnson's formula. A positive significant correlation (r=0.517; p=0.001) was found between actual birth weight and symphysio fundal height. A positive significant correlation (r=0.129; p=0.002) was also found between the actual birth weight neonate and the BMI of the mother. Conclusion: Antenatal and intranatal fetal weight can be estimated with reasonable accuracy, clinically using Johnson's formula. Ultrasound is not available in remote areas where Johnson's formula is easy and simple to calculate and can be included in the training program of medical and paramedical staff and birth attendants.","PeriodicalId":394508,"journal":{"name":"Scholars International Journal of Obstetrics and Gynecology","volume":"153 1","pages":"0"},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2023-07-11","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"134283952","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
K. F, D. S, B. B, B. S, D. A, C. S, T. B, S. A, Toumagnon, B, F. D, S. M, D. M, T. T
{"title":"The Financial Cost of Managing Menstrual Hygiene in Schools in the Health District of Bla in Mali","authors":"K. F, D. S, B. B, B. S, D. A, C. S, T. B, S. A, Toumagnon, B, F. D, S. M, D. M, T. T","doi":"10.36348/sijog.2023.v06i06.006","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.36348/sijog.2023.v06i06.006","url":null,"abstract":"Introduction: Many women and girls face financial challenges in meeting their menstrual hygiene management needs. The main objective of this study is to estimate the financial cost of menstrual hygiene management among school-going girls. Methodology: This is a prospective study carried out in a semi-urban school environment at the Public High School in the health district of Bla in 2020. Results: This study was conducted among 125 high school girls with no income. The average age was 18 years old. Parents lived in rural areas with no fixed monthly income in 52% of cases. Multipurpose pieces of cloth were the protective material used in 67% of cases. The girls explained this choice in 100% of cases by the high cost of single pads and tampons. The average monthly cost of menstrual hygiene management was 0, 56 $ or 6, 67 $ per year with extremes of 0, 16 and 2, 45 $ per month. This amount was used to buy either single-use pads or soap for body care and multiple-use pads. This financial cost was covered at 92% by female support (mother, aunt, sister); male support (father, spouse) accounted for only 8%. Conclusion: This study made it possible to estimate the average annual financial cost of menstrual hygiene management among young school girls in Bla. These findings call for further studies to better understand the financial implications of menstrual hygiene management in low-resource settings.","PeriodicalId":394508,"journal":{"name":"Scholars International Journal of Obstetrics and Gynecology","volume":"11 1","pages":"0"},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2023-06-26","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"130351538","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
F. Kané, D. S, B. S, B. B, D. A, C. S, T. B, S. A, Ibringo L, D. B, S. S, D. M, T. T
{"title":"Retroplacental Hematoma with Non-Term Live Fetus; a Relevant Indication for Vaginal Caesarean Section","authors":"F. Kané, D. S, B. S, B. B, D. A, C. S, T. B, S. A, Ibringo L, D. B, S. S, D. M, T. T","doi":"10.36348/sijog.2023.v06i06.005","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.36348/sijog.2023.v06i06.005","url":null,"abstract":"The objective is to report a clinical case of vaginal caesarean performed to save a fetus in distress by retroplacental hematoma. For this indication, the vaginal caesarean can be an alternative to the classic caesarean because of its short duration and the preservation of the possibility of future childbirth by natural means. However, this surgical technique described since the 19th century is still unknown to many practitioners and few publications exist on the subject throughout the world. Considered obsolete by some practitioners, it retains all its advantages in the practice of modern obstetrics. We report this case of fetal rescue performed by vaginal caesarean section at the Reference Health Center of the Sanitary District (District Hospital) of Bla in Mali in a 34-year-old patient, admitted for retroplacental hematoma with live fetal on a non-term pregnancy in latency phase of labor.","PeriodicalId":394508,"journal":{"name":"Scholars International Journal of Obstetrics and Gynecology","volume":"6 1","pages":"0"},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2023-06-16","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"121382170","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"Observation of Risk Factors among Gestational Diabetes Mellitus Patients","authors":"P. Rahman, Marmarin Hamid Rawli","doi":"10.36348/sijog.2023.v06i06.004","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.36348/sijog.2023.v06i06.004","url":null,"abstract":"Introduction: Gestational diabetes mellitus (GDM) is a common complication during pregnancy that affects both maternal and neonatal health outcomes. Identifying risk factors associated with GDM is crucial for early detection and intervention to improve pregnancy outcomes. Methods: This retrospective observational study was conducted at the Department of Gynecology, Gonoshasthaya Nagar Hospital, Dhaka, Bangladesh during the period of January 2019 to December 2019 with a total of 348 hospital patient records. Result: Of the 348 participants, 24.71% had GDM. Significant differences were observed between the groups in age, gravida, BMI distribution, family history of GDM, and previous history of GDM. Higher rates of non-spontaneous vaginal deliveries were found in the GDM group (36.05%) compared to the non-GDM group (22.52%). Age ≥35 years, obesity, family history of GDM, and history of GDM were significantly associated with GDM (p<0.05). Conclusion: Our findings support the existing evidence that advanced maternal age, obesity, family history of GDM, and previous history of GDM are significant risk factors for GDM. These results highlight the importance of early screening and intervention for high-risk groups to prevent adverse pregnancy outcomes.","PeriodicalId":394508,"journal":{"name":"Scholars International Journal of Obstetrics and Gynecology","volume":"33 1","pages":"0"},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2023-06-14","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"122809655","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}