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Neven ACH, Lake AJ, Williams A, Licqurish S, Lim S, O'Reilly SL, Hendrieckx C, Morrison M, Dunbar JA, Speight J, Teede H, Boyle JA. Barriers to and enablers of type 2 diabetes screening among Indian and Chinese women with prior gestational diabetes: A qualitative study applying the Theoretical Domains Framework. Midwifery 2025; 145:104370. [PMID: 40188742 DOI: 10.1016/j.midw.2025.104370] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/29/2024] [Revised: 02/17/2025] [Accepted: 03/10/2025] [Indexed: 04/14/2025]
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PROBLEM Women with previous gestational diabetes mellitus (GDM) are at increased risk of type 2 diabetes (T2D). BACKGROUND In Australia, GDM and T2D prevalence are particularly high among Indian and Chinese women. Attendance for recommended postpartum T2D screening is low. Our aim was to identify modifiable barriers to, and enablers of, postpartum T2D screening among Chinese and Indian women with prior GDM in Australia, compare these to those of women with prior GDM from the general Australian population, and make culturally appropriate recommendations for intervention (messaging) content. METHODS Participants were recruited via the National Gestational Diabetes Register and social media platforms. Semi-structured interviews were conducted in March-May 2021. Using an inductive-deductive approach, data were coded to Theoretical Domains Framework (TDF) domains and mapped to the Capability, Opportunity, Motivation-Behaviour (COM-B) model. FINDINGS Ten women participated: 6 Chinese born, 4 Indian born, nine of whom had previously screened for T2D. Nine influential TDF domains were identified, suggesting messaging content needs to address: Motivation (fear of T2D, encourage role modelling beliefs), Opportunity (encourage social support taking cultural and family norms into account), Capability (increase awareness of T2D risk, optimise prompts/reminders) CONCLUSIONS: Use of the COM-B and TDF suggests nine modifiable barriers to, and enablers of, postpartum T2D screening among Indian and Chinese-born women in Australia with prior GDM, mostly consistent with those of general Australian GDM populations. Culture-specific needs, such as including family in knowledge and support, and providing specific information regarding genetic- versus behaviour related risks can be accounted for within an inclusive messaging intervention addressing topics applicable to all women.
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- Adriana C H Neven
- Monash Centre for Health Research and Implementation, Monash Public Health and Preventive Medicine, Monash University, Clayton, VIC 3168, Australia
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- School of Psychology, Deakin University, Geelong, VIC 3220, Australia; The Australian Centre for Behavioural Research in Diabetes, Diabetes Victoria, Melbourne VIC 3000, Australia; The Institute for Health Transformation, Deakin University, Geelong, VIC 3220, Australia
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- School of Psychology, Deakin University, Geelong, VIC 3220, Australia; The Australian Centre for Behavioural Research in Diabetes, Diabetes Victoria, Melbourne VIC 3000, Australia
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- Monash Centre for Health Research and Implementation, Monash Public Health and Preventive Medicine, Monash University, Clayton, VIC 3168, Australia
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- Monash Centre for Health Research and Implementation, Monash Public Health and Preventive Medicine, Monash University, Clayton, VIC 3168, Australia
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- Centre for Physical Activity and Nutrition Research, Deakin University, 221 Burwood Highway, Burwood, VIC 3125, Australia; UCD Institute of Food and Health, School of Agriculture and Food Science, University College Dublin, Dublin 4, Belfield, Ireland
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- School of Psychology, Deakin University, Geelong, VIC 3220, Australia; The Australian Centre for Behavioural Research in Diabetes, Diabetes Victoria, Melbourne VIC 3000, Australia; The Institute for Health Transformation, Deakin University, Geelong, VIC 3220, Australia
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- Deakin Rural Health, School of Medicine, Deakin University, PO Box 423, Warrnambool, VIC 3280, Australia
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- School of Psychology, Deakin University, Geelong, VIC 3220, Australia; The Australian Centre for Behavioural Research in Diabetes, Diabetes Victoria, Melbourne VIC 3000, Australia; The Institute for Health Transformation, Deakin University, Geelong, VIC 3220, Australia
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- Monash Centre for Health Research and Implementation, Monash Public Health and Preventive Medicine, Monash University, Clayton, VIC 3168, Australia
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- Monash Centre for Health Research and Implementation, Monash Public Health and Preventive Medicine, Monash University, Clayton, VIC 3168, Australia.
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Huang J, Parsons J, Forbes A, Wang L, Forde R. Healthcare professionals' perceptions of barriers and facilitators to postpartum diabetes screening participation in women with gestational diabetes mellitus in China: A qualitative study. Midwifery 2025; 147:104432. [PMID: 40294539 DOI: 10.1016/j.midw.2025.104432] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/05/2025] [Revised: 03/17/2025] [Accepted: 04/22/2025] [Indexed: 04/30/2025]
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BACKGROUND Women with a history of gestational diabetes mellitus (GDM) have a higher risk of developing type 2 diabetes (T2DM). Postpartum diabetes screening is usually recommended to identify glucose intolerance and introduce timely diabetes prevention strategies. However, the uptake of postpartum diabetes screening is suboptimal, especially in China, where GDM is prevalent. Healthcare professionals (HCPs) may offer unique insights into the challenges women face when attending screening, helping to develop interventions that improve uptake and fit in with routine clinical practice. AIM To explore HCPs' perceptions of barriers and facilitators to postpartum diabetes screening uptake. METHODS Online semi-structured interviews were conducted with HCPs recruited via online networks. The data were analysed using framework analysis and the socio-ecological model. RESULTS Eighteen HCPs, including obstetricians, midwives, nurses, nurse managers, and a dietician participated. Thirteen themes were generated across four levels (individual, interpersonal, organisational and policy). Individual level themes included: women's limited understanding, adherence and motivation; low diabetes risk awareness; and competing priorities. Interpersonal challenges involved communication and relationships between HCPs and women. Organizational barriers included workforce shortages, a lack of systemic GDM follow-up and care integration, and limited screening accessibility. At the policy level, GDM follow-up was not promoted nor prioritised. CONCLUSION HCPs have a vital role in improving patient education, postpartum follow-up and support after GDM to reduce long-term health risks. Strengthening HCP training in communication with women and improving continuity and integration of care could enhance GDM follow-up and prevent diabetes in women following GDM.
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- Jing Huang
- Division of Care for Long-term Conditions, Florence Nightingale Faculty of Nursing, Midwifery, and Palliative Care, London SE18WA, UK.
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- Division of Care for Long-term Conditions, Florence Nightingale Faculty of Nursing, Midwifery, and Palliative Care, London SE18WA, UK
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- Division of Care for Long-term Conditions, Florence Nightingale Faculty of Nursing, Midwifery, and Palliative Care, London SE18WA, UK
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- Division of Care for Long-term Conditions, Florence Nightingale Faculty of Nursing, Midwifery, and Palliative Care, London SE18WA, UK
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- Division of Care for Long-term Conditions, Florence Nightingale Faculty of Nursing, Midwifery, and Palliative Care, London SE18WA, UK; School of Nursing and Midwifery, University College Cork, Cork, Ireland
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Jenkinson B, Charlton V, Hardiman L, Limmer A, McKenzie M, Ura AL, Bonner C, Lawler S, Middleton P, Mishra G, Doust J. Women's health and healthcare experiences in the years after gestational diabetes or hypertensive disorders of pregnancy. BMC Pregnancy Childbirth 2025; 25:158. [PMID: 39953454 PMCID: PMC11827438 DOI: 10.1186/s12884-025-07296-7] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/09/2024] [Accepted: 02/06/2025] [Indexed: 02/17/2025] Open
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BACKGROUND Pregnancy complications, such as gestational diabetes mellitus (GDM) and hypertensive disorders of pregnancy (HDP), affect a significant proportion of women in Australia, with long-term implications for cardiovascular disease (CVD) risk. Despite existing preventive measures, participation in ongoing health monitoring remains low. This study aims to explore women's preferences and experiences regarding preventive healthcare after GDM and HDP, and to identify their unanswered questions about the association between these conditions and future CVD risk. METHODS A participatory, qualitative approach was adopted, involving a Lived Experience Expert Group (LEE Group) to plan, conduct, and interpret focus groups with women who had experienced either GDM or HDP. Participants were recruited through health consumer and community organisations and took part in two focus groups conducted via Zoom. The focus groups involved a stimulus presentation about CVD and GDM or HDP, facilitated group discussion about participants' health and healthcare since their pregnancy, and Nominal Group Technique to prioritise participants' questions about their CVD risk. Focus groups were audio recorded and transcripts from each group were analysed thematically. Synthesised Member Checking was used to verify the trustworthiness of findings. RESULTS Twelve women participated in the focus groups, with distinct themes emerging from the GDM and HDP focus groups. Participants were previously unaware of the association between their pregnancy complication and increased risk of future CVD and wished to know more. Three themes were generated from the GDM focus groups: 'a distressing diagnosis'; 'degrees of diabetes'; and 'balancing motherhood and self-care'. Two themes were generated from the HDP focus groups: 'women's concerns were dismissed' and 'wanting follow up at the right time and with the right person'. The 'top ten' questions from each group focussed on improving maternity care, preventing CVD, and (for the HDP group) concerns beyond CVD. CONCLUSIONS Women's capacity to engage in preventive health after GDM and HDP is influenced by their maternity care experiences and the accessibility of primary care pathways. Future interventions should focus on improving woman-centred maternity care, ensuring seamless transitions to primary care, and addressing the social determinants of health for new mothers.
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- Bec Jenkinson
- School of Public Health, The University of Queensland, Brisbane, Australia.
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- Consumer Representative, Brisbane, Australia
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- Australasian Birth Trama Association, Gold Coast, Australia
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- School of Public Health, University of Sydney, Sydney, Australia
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- School of Public Health, The University of Queensland, Brisbane, Australia
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- South Australian Health and Medical Research Institute, Adelaide, Australia
- University of Adelaide, Adelaide, Australia
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- School of Public Health, The University of Queensland, Brisbane, Australia
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- School of Public Health, The University of Queensland, Brisbane, Australia
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O'Reilly SL, McAuliffe FM, Geraghty AA, Burden C, Davies A. Implementing weight management during and after pregnancy to reduce diabetes and CVD risk in maternal and child populations. Proc Nutr Soc 2025; 84:24-35. [PMID: 38037711 DOI: 10.1017/s0029665123004883] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/02/2023]
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Maintaining a healthy weight during pregnancy is critical for both women's and children's health. Excessive gestational weight gain (GWG) can lead to complications such as gestational diabetes, hypertension and caesarean delivery. Insufficient GWG can cause fetal growth restriction and increase infant mortality risk. Additionally, postpartum weight retention raises risk of obesity, type 2 diabetes and other chronic diseases for both mother and child. This review seeks to identify current obstacles in weight management research during and after pregnancy and explore evidence-based strategies to overcome them. Pregnancy offers a window of opportunity for health behaviour changes as women are more receptive to education and have regular contact with health services. Staying within Institute of Medicine's recommended GWG ranges is associated with better maternal and fetal outcomes. Systematic review evidence supports structured diet and physical activity pregnancy interventions, leading to reduced GWG and fewer complications. Health economic evaluation indicates significant returns from implementation, surpassing investment costs due to decreased perinatal morbidity and adverse events. However, the most effective way to implement interventions within routine antenatal care remains unclear. Challenges increase in the postpartum period due to competing demands on women physically, mentally and socially, hindering intervention reach and retention. Flexible, technology-supported interventions are needed, requiring frameworks such as penetration-implementation-participation-effectiveness and template-for-intervention-description-and-replication for successful implementation. Greater research efforts are necessary to inform practice and investigate fidelity aspects through pragmatic implementation trials during the pregnancy and postpartum periods. Understanding the best ways to deliver interventions will empower women to maintain a healthy weight during their reproductive years.
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- Sharleen L O'Reilly
- School of Agriculture and Food Science, University College Dublin College of Health Sciences, Dublin, Ireland
- UCD Perinatal Research Centre, National Maternity Hospital, University College Dublin School of Medicine, Dublin 2, Ireland
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- UCD Perinatal Research Centre, National Maternity Hospital, University College Dublin School of Medicine, Dublin 2, Ireland
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- School of Agriculture and Food Science, University College Dublin College of Health Sciences, Dublin, Ireland
- UCD Perinatal Research Centre, National Maternity Hospital, University College Dublin School of Medicine, Dublin 2, Ireland
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- Academic Women's Health Unit, Translational Health Sciences, Bristol Medical School, University of Bristol, Bristol, UK
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- Academic Women's Health Unit, Translational Health Sciences, Bristol Medical School, University of Bristol, Bristol, UK
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Cheung NW, Rhou YJJ, Immanuel J, Hague WM, Teede H, Nolan CJ, Peek MJ, Flack JR, McLean M, Wong VW, Hibbert EJ, Kautzky-Willer A, Harreiter J, Backman H, Gianatti E, Sweeting A, Mohan V, Simmons D. Postpartum dysglycaemia after early gestational diabetes: Follow-up of women in the TOBOGM randomised controlled trial. Diabetes Res Clin Pract 2024; 218:111929. [PMID: 39536979 DOI: 10.1016/j.diabres.2024.111929] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/24/2024] [Revised: 11/01/2024] [Accepted: 11/10/2024] [Indexed: 11/16/2024]
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AIM To evaluate the incidence and predictors of postpartum dysglycaemia among high-risk women who develop early gestational diabetes (eGDM) prior to 20 weeks' gestation. METHODS This is a sub-study of the Treatment of Booking Gestational Diabetes (TOBOGM) Study, a randomised controlled trial of early or deferred treatment for women with risk factors for gestational diabetes diagnosed with eGDM, using current WHO criteria. Overt diabetes in pregnancy was excluded. A repeat oral glucose tolerance test (oGTT) was recommended at 6-12 weeks postpartum. RESULTS Of 793 participants, 352 (44.4%) underwent a postpartum oGTT. Baseline characteristics of participants with and without an oGTT were similar. Ninety-two (26.1%) had postpartum dysglycaemia: 11 (3.1%) diabetes, 31 (8.8%) impaired fasting glucose (IFG), 39 (11.1%) impaired glucose tolerance (IGT), and 11 (3.1%) combined IFG/IGT. Participants with postpartum dysglycaemia were more likely to have had past GDM, lower body mass index, more gestational weight gain, and higher 1 and 2-hour glucose concentrations on the early pregnancy oGTT. On logistic regression, higher 1 and 2-hour glucose concentration, previous GDM and greater gestational weight gain were independently associated with postpartum dysglycaemia. CONCLUSION There is a high incidence of postpartum dysglycaemia among high-risk women with eGDM.
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- N Wah Cheung
- Westmead Hospital, Westmead, NSW, Australia; University of Sydney, Sydney, NSW Australia.
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- Westmead Hospital, Westmead, NSW, Australia; University of Sydney, Sydney, NSW Australia.
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- Western Sydney University, Campbelltown, NSW, Australia.
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- Robinson Research Institute, The University of Adelaide, SA, Australia.
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- Canberra Health Services, Canberra, Australia; Australian National University, Canberra, Australia.
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- University of Sydney, Sydney, NSW Australia; Nepean Hospital, Sydney, NSW, Australia.
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- Liverpool Hospital, Sydney and University of New South Wales, NSW, Australia.
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- University of Sydney, Sydney, NSW Australia; Nepean Hospital, Sydney, NSW, Australia.
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- Gender Medicine Unit, Division of Endocrinology and Metabolism, Department of Medicine III, Medical University of Vienna, Vienna, Austria.
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- Gender Medicine Unit, Division of Endocrinology and Metabolism, Department of Medicine III, Medical University of Vienna, Vienna, Austria; Department of Medicine, Landesklinikum Scheibbs, Austria.
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- Dept of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Faculty of Medicine and Health, Örebro University, Sweden.
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- Department of Endocrinology, Fiona Stanley Hospital, Murdoch, Western Australia, Australia.
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- Department of Endocrinology, Royal Prince Alfred Hospital, Sydney, NSW, Australia.
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- Dr. Mohan's Diabetes Specialities Centre and Madras Diabetes Research Foundation, Chennai, India.
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- Western Sydney University, Campbelltown, NSW, Australia.
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MacKay D, Maple-Brown L, Freeman N, Boyle JA, Campbell S, McLean A, Corpus S, Whitbread C, Dokkum PV, Connors C, Moore E, Sinha A, Cadet-James Y, Boffa J, Graham S, Oats J, Brown A, McIntyre HD, Kirkham R. "It Empowers You to Empower Them": Health Professional Perspectives of Care for Hyperglycaemia in Pregnancy Following a Multi-Component Health Systems Intervention. INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF ENVIRONMENTAL RESEARCH AND PUBLIC HEALTH 2024; 21:1139. [PMID: 39338022 PMCID: PMC11431348 DOI: 10.3390/ijerph21091139] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/03/2024] [Revised: 08/01/2024] [Accepted: 08/26/2024] [Indexed: 09/30/2024]
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The Northern Territory (NT) and Far North Queensland (FNQ) have a high proportion of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander women birthing who experience hyperglycaemia in pregnancy. A multi-component health systems intervention to improve antenatal and postpartum care in these regions for women with hyperglycaemia in pregnancy was implemented between 2016 and 2019. We explored health professional perspectives on the impact of the intervention on healthcare. The RE-AIM framework (Reach, Effectiveness, Adoption, Implementation, Maintenance) underpinned this mixed-methods evaluation. Clinicians were surveyed before (n = 183) and following (n = 137) implementation. The constructs explored included usual practice and satisfaction with care pathways and communication between services. Clinicians, policymakers and the implementation team were interviewed (n = 36), exploring the impact of the health systems intervention on practice and systems of care. Survey and interview participants reported improvements in clinical practice and systems of care. Self-reported glucose screening practices improved, including the use of recommended tests (72.0% using recommended first-trimester screening test at baseline, 94.8% post-intervention, p < 0.001) and the timing of postpartum diabetes screening (28.3% screening at appropriate interval after gestational diabetes at baseline, 66.7% post-intervention, p < 0.001). Health professionals reported multiple improvements to care for women with hyperglycaemia in pregnancy following the health systems intervention.
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- Diana MacKay
- Menzies School of Health Research, Charles Darwin University, Darwin 0810, Australia
- Department of Endocrinology, Royal Darwin Hospital, Darwin 0810, Australia
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- Menzies School of Health Research, Charles Darwin University, Darwin 0810, Australia
- Department of Endocrinology, Royal Darwin Hospital, Darwin 0810, Australia
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- Menzies School of Health Research, Charles Darwin University, Darwin 0810, Australia
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- Eastern Health Clinical School, Monash University, Melbourne 3128, Australia
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- Jawun Research Centre, Central Queensland University, Cairns 4870, Australia
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- Menzies School of Health Research, Charles Darwin University, Darwin 0810, Australia
- Department of Diabetes and Endocrinology, Cairns and Hinterland Hospital and Health Service, Cairns 4870, Australia
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- Department of Diabetes, Royal Darwin Hospital, Darwin 0810, Australia
- Danila Dilba Health Service, Darwin 0800, Australia
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- Menzies School of Health Research, Charles Darwin University, Darwin 0810, Australia
- Department of Diabetes, Royal Darwin Hospital, Darwin 0810, Australia
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- Aboriginal Medical Services Alliance Northern Territory, Darwin 0800, Australia
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- Department of Diabetes and Endocrinology, Cairns and Hinterland Hospital and Health Service, Cairns 4870, Australia
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- Central Australian Aboriginal Congress, Alice Springs 0800, Australia
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- Menzies School of Health Research, Charles Darwin University, Darwin 0810, Australia
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- Melbourne School of Population and Global Health, University of Melbourne, Melbourne 3053, Australia
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- College of Health and Medicine, Australian National University, Canberra 2601, Australia
- Telethon Kids Institute, Perth 6009, Australia
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- Mater Research, The University of Queensland, Brisbane 4101, Australia
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- Menzies School of Health Research, Charles Darwin University, Darwin 0810, Australia
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Eng PC, Teo AED, Yew TW, Khoo CM. Implementing care for women with gestational diabetes after delivery-the challenges ahead. Front Glob Womens Health 2024; 5:1391213. [PMID: 39221169 PMCID: PMC11362992 DOI: 10.3389/fgwh.2024.1391213] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/25/2024] [Accepted: 07/31/2024] [Indexed: 09/04/2024] Open
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Gestational diabetes (GDM), defined as glucose intolerance during pregnancy, affects one in six pregnancies globally and significantly increases a woman's lifetime risk of type 2 diabetes mellitus (T2DM). Being a relatively young group, women with GDM are also at higher risk of developing diabetes related complications (e.g., cardiovascular disease, non-alcoholic fatty liver disease) later in life. Children of women with GDM are also likely to develop GDM and this perpetuates a cycle of diabetes, escalating our current pandemic of metabolic disease. The global prevalence of GDM has now risen by more than 30% over the last two decades, making it an emerging public health concern. Antepartum management of maternal glucose is unable to fully mitigate the associated lifetime cardiometabolic risk. Thus, efforts may need to focus on improving care for women with GDM during the postpartum period where prevention or therapeutic strategies could be implemented to attenuate progression of GDM to DM and its associated vascular complications. However, strategies to provide care for women in the postpartum period often showed disappointing results. This has led to a missed opportunity to halt the progression of impaired glucose tolerance/impaired fasting glucose to DM in women with GDM. In this review, we examined the challenges in the management of women with GDM after delivery and considered how each of these challenges are defined and could present as a gap in translating evidence to clinical care. We highlighted challenges related to postpartum surveillance, postpartum glucose testing strategies, postpartum risk factor modification, and problems encountered in engagement of patients/providers to implement interventions strategies in women with GDM after delivery. We reasoned that a multisystem approach is needed to address these challenges and to retard progression to DM and cardiovascular disease (CVD) in women with GDM pregnancies. This is very much needed to pave way for an improved, precise, culturally sensitive and wholistic care for women with GDM.
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- Pei Chia Eng
- Department of Endocrinology, National University Health Systems, Singapore, Singapore
- Department of Medicine, Yong Loo Lin School of Medicine, National University of Singapore, Singapore, Singapore
- Department of Digestion, Metabolism and Reproduction, Imperial College London, London, United Kingdom
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- Department of Endocrinology, National University Health Systems, Singapore, Singapore
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- Department of Endocrinology, National University Health Systems, Singapore, Singapore
- Department of Medicine, Yong Loo Lin School of Medicine, National University of Singapore, Singapore, Singapore
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- Department of Endocrinology, National University Health Systems, Singapore, Singapore
- Department of Medicine, Yong Loo Lin School of Medicine, National University of Singapore, Singapore, Singapore
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Asl FM, Maserat E, Vaezi M, Mohammadzadeh Z. Designing a core data set for benign hysterectomy registration system and its implementation in a referral teaching hospital in Northwest Iran. BMC Pregnancy Childbirth 2024; 24:460. [PMID: 38961444 PMCID: PMC11223272 DOI: 10.1186/s12884-024-06656-z] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/15/2024] [Accepted: 06/24/2024] [Indexed: 07/05/2024] Open
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BACKGROUND AND AIMS Although minimally invasive hysterectomy offers advantages, abdominal hysterectomy remains the predominant surgical method. Creating a standardized dataset and establishing a hysterectomy registry system present opportunities for early interventions in reducing volume and selecting benign hysterectomy methods. This research aims to develop a dataset for designing benign hysterectomy registration system. METHODS Between April and September 2020, a qualitative study was carried out to create a data set for enrolling patients who were candidate for hysterectomy. At this stage, the research team conducted an information needs assessment, relevant data element identification, registry software development, and field testing; Subsequently, a web-based application was designed. In June 2023the registry software was evaluated using data extracted from medical records of patients admitted at Al-Zahra Hospital in Tabriz, Iran. RESULTS During two months, 40 patients with benign hysterectomy were successfully registered. The final dataset for the hysterectomy patient registry comprise 11 main groups, 27 subclasses, and a total of 91 Data elements. Mandatory data and essential reports were defined. Furthermore, a web-based registry system designed and evaluated based on data set and various scenarios. CONCLUSION Creating a hysterectomy registration system is the initial stride toward identifying and registering hysterectomy candidate patients. this system capture information about the procedure techniques, and associated complications. In Iran, this registry can serve as a valuable resource for assessing the quality of care delivered and the distribution of clinical measures.
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- Fatemeh Moghadami Asl
- Department of Health Information Technology, School of Management and Medical Informatics, Tabriz University of Medical Sciences, Daneshgah St, Tabriz, 5165665811, Iran
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- Department of Medical Informatics, Faculty of Medical Sciences, Tarbiat Modares University, Tehran, Iran
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- Associate professor of Gynecology, Oncology, Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Women's Reproductive Health Research Center, Clinical Research Institute, Alzahra Hospital, Tabriz University of Medical Sciences, Tabriz, Iran
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- Department of Health Information Technology, School of Management and Medical Informatics, Tabriz University of Medical Sciences, Daneshgah St, Tabriz, 5165665811, Iran.
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Nethery E, Hutcheon JA, Law MR, Janssen PA. Validation of Insurance Billing Codes for Monitoring Antenatal Screening. Epidemiology 2023; 34:265-270. [PMID: 36722809 DOI: 10.1097/ede.0000000000001569] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 02/02/2023]
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BACKGROUND Prevalence statistics for pregnancy complications identified through screening such as gestational diabetes usually assume universal screening. However, rates of screening completion in pregnancy are not available in many birth registries or hospital databases. We validated screening-test completion by comparing public insurance laboratory and radiology billing records with medical records at three hospitals in British Columbia, Canada. METHODS We abstracted a random sample of 140 delivery medical records (2014-2019), and successfully linked 127 to valid provincial insurance billings and maternal-newborn registry data. We compared billing records for gestational diabetes screening, any ultrasound before 14 weeks gestational age, and Group B streptococcus screening during each pregnancy to the gold standard of medical records by calculating sensitivity and specificity, positive predictive value, negative predictive value, and prevalence with 95% confidence intervals (CIs). RESULTS Gestational diabetes screening (screened vs. unscreened) in billing records had a high sensitivity (98% [95% CI = 93, 100]) and specificity (>99% [95% CI = 86, 100]). The use of specific glucose screening approaches (two-step vs. one-step) were also well characterized by billing data. Other tests showed high sensitivity (ultrasound 97% [95% CI = 92, 99]; Group B streptococcus 96% [95% CI = 89, 99]) but lower negative predictive values (ultrasound 64% [95% CI = 33, 99]; Group B streptococcus 70% [95% CI = 40, 89]). Lower negative predictive values were due to the high prevalence of these screening tests in our sample. CONCLUSIONS Laboratory and radiology insurance billing codes accurately identified those who completed routine antenatal screening tests with relatively low false-positive rates.
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- Elizabeth Nethery
- From the School of Population and Public Health, The University of British Columbia, Vancouver, BC, Canada
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- From the School of Population and Public Health, The University of British Columbia, Vancouver, BC, Canada
- Department of Obstetrics & Gynaecology, The University of British Columbia, Vancouver, BC, Canada
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- From the School of Population and Public Health, The University of British Columbia, Vancouver, BC, Canada
- Centre for Health Services and Policy Research, The University of British Columbia, Vancouver, BC, Canada
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- From the School of Population and Public Health, The University of British Columbia, Vancouver, BC, Canada
- British Columbia Children's Hospital Research Institute, Vancouver, BC, Canada
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Lake AJ, Williams A, Neven ACH, Boyle JA, Dunbar JA, Hendrieckx C, Morrison M, O’Reilly SL, Teede H, Speight J. Barriers to and enablers of type 2 diabetes screening among women with prior gestational diabetes: A qualitative study applying the Theoretical Domains Framework. FRONTIERS IN CLINICAL DIABETES AND HEALTHCARE 2023; 4:1086186. [PMID: 36993822 PMCID: PMC10012118 DOI: 10.3389/fcdhc.2023.1086186] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/01/2022] [Accepted: 01/12/2023] [Indexed: 03/02/2023]
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Introduction Women with previous gestational diabetes mellitus (GDM) are at increased risk of type 2 diabetes (T2D). Guidelines recommend postnatal diabetes screening (oral glucose tolerance test or HbA1c) typically 6-12 weeks after birth, with screening maintained at regular intervals thereafter. Despite this, around half of women are not screened, representing a critical missed opportunity for early identification of prediabetes or type 2 diabetes. While policy and practice-level recommendations are comprehensive, those at the personal-level primarily focus on increasing screening knowledge and risk perception, potentially missing other influential behavioral determinants. We aimed to identify modifiable, personal-level factors impacting postpartum type 2 diabetes screening among Australian women with prior gestational diabetes and recommend intervention functions and behavior change techniques to underpin intervention content. Research design and methods Semi-structured interviews with participants recruited via Australia's National Gestational Diabetes Register, using a guide based on the Theoretical Domains Framework (TDF). Using an inductive-deductive approach, we coded data to TDF domains. We used established criteria to identify 'important' domains which we then mapped to the Capability, Opportunity, Motivation-Behavior (COM-B) model. Results Nineteen women participated: 34 ± 4 years, 19 ± 4 months postpartum, 63% Australian-born, 90% metropolitan, 58% screened for T2D according to guidelines. Eight TDF domains were identified: 'knowledge', 'memory, attention, and decision-making processes', 'environmental context and resources', 'social influences', 'emotion', 'beliefs about consequences', 'social role and identity', and 'beliefs about capabilities'. Study strengths include a methodologically rigorous design; limitations include low recruitment and homogenous sample. Conclusions This study identified numerous modifiable barriers and enablers to postpartum T2D screening for women with prior GDM. By mapping to the COM-B, we identified intervention functions and behavior change techniques to underpin intervention content. These findings provide a valuable evidence base for developing messaging and interventions that target the behavioral determinants most likely to optimize T2D screening uptake among women with prior GDM. .
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- Amelia J. Lake
- School of Psychology, Deakin University, Geelong, VIC, Australia
- The Australian Centre for Behavioral Research in Diabetes, Diabetes Victoria, Melbourne, VIC, Australia
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- School of Psychology, Deakin University, Geelong, VIC, Australia
- The Australian Centre for Behavioral Research in Diabetes, Diabetes Victoria, Melbourne, VIC, Australia
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- Monash Centre for Health Research and Implementation, Monash Public Health and Preventive Medicine, Monash University, Clayton, VIC, Australia
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- Monash Centre for Health Research and Implementation, Monash Public Health and Preventive Medicine, Monash University, Clayton, VIC, Australia
- Monash Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Monash Health, Clayton, VIC, Australia
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- Deakin Rural Health, School of Medicine, Deakin University, Warrnambool, VIC, Australia
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- School of Psychology, Deakin University, Geelong, VIC, Australia
- The Australian Centre for Behavioral Research in Diabetes, Diabetes Victoria, Melbourne, VIC, Australia
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- School of Exercise & Nutrition Science, Deakin University, Burwood, VIC, Australia
- UCD Institute of Food and Health, College of Health and Agricultural Sciences, University College Dublin, Dublin, Ireland
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- Monash Centre for Health Research and Implementation, Monash Public Health and Preventive Medicine, Monash University, Clayton, VIC, Australia
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- School of Psychology, Deakin University, Geelong, VIC, Australia
- The Australian Centre for Behavioral Research in Diabetes, Diabetes Victoria, Melbourne, VIC, Australia
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Adam S, McIntyre HD, Tsoi KY, Kapur A, Ma RC, Dias S, Okong P, Hod M, Poon LC, Smith GN, Bergman L, Algurjia E, O'Brien P, Medina VP, Maxwell CV, Regan L, Rosser ML, Jacobsson B, Hanson MA, O'Reilly SL, McAuliffe FM. Pregnancy as an opportunity to prevent type 2 diabetes mellitus: FIGO Best Practice Advice. Int J Gynaecol Obstet 2023; 160 Suppl 1:56-67. [PMID: 36635082 PMCID: PMC10107137 DOI: 10.1002/ijgo.14537] [Citation(s) in RCA: 33] [Impact Index Per Article: 16.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 01/14/2023]
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Gestational diabetes (GDM) impacts approximately 17 million pregnancies worldwide. Women with a history of GDM have an 8-10-fold higher risk of developing type 2 diabetes and a 2-fold higher risk of developing cardiovascular disease (CVD) compared with women without prior GDM. Although it is possible to prevent and/or delay progression of GDM to type 2 diabetes, this is not widely undertaken. Considering the increasing global rates of type 2 diabetes and CVD in women, it is essential to utilize pregnancy as an opportunity to identify women at risk and initiate preventive intervention. This article reviews existing clinical guidelines for postpartum identification and management of women with previous GDM and identifies key recommendations for the prevention and/or delayed progression to type 2 diabetes for global clinical practice.
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- Sumaiya Adam
- Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, School of Medicine, Faculty of Health Sciences, University of Pretoria, Pretoria, South Africa.,Diabetes Research Centre, Faculty of Health Sciences, University of Pretoria, Pretoria, South Africa
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- Mater Health, University of Queensland, Mater Health Campus, South Brisbane, Queensland, Australia
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- Department of Medicine and Therapeutics, The Chinese University of Hong Kong, Hong Kong SAR, China
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- Department of Medicine and Therapeutics, The Chinese University of Hong Kong, Hong Kong SAR, China.,Hong Kong Institute of Diabetes and Obesity, The Chinese University of Hong Kong, Hong Kong, China
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- Biomedical Research and Innovation Platform (BRIP), South African Medical Research Council, Cape Town, South Africa
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- Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, St Francis Hospital Nsambya, Kampala City, Uganda
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- Helen Schneider Hospital for Women, Rabin Medical Center, Petah Tikva, Israel.,Sackler Faculty of Medicine, Tel Aviv University, Tel Aviv, Israel
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- Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Prince of Wales Hospital, The Chinese University of Hong Kong, Hong Kong, China
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- Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Kingston Health Sciences Centre, Queen's University, Kingston, Ontario, Canada
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- Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Institute of Clinical Sciences, Sahlgrenska Academy, University of Gothenburg, Gothenburg, Sweden.,Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Stellenbosch University, Cape Town, South Africa.,Department of Women's and Children's Health, Uppsala University, Uppsala, Sweden
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- The World Association of Trainees in Obstetrics and Gynecology (WATOG), Paris, France.,Elwya Maternity Hospital, Baghdad, Iraq
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- Institute for Women's Health, University College London, London, UK
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- Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Faculty of Health, Universidad del Valle, Clínica Imbanaco Quirón Salud, Universidad Libre, Cali, Colombia
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- Maternal Fetal Medicine, Sinai Health and Women's College Hospital University of Toronto, Ontario, Canada
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- Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Columbia University Irving Medical Center, New York, New York, USA
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- Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Sahlgrenska University Hospital/Ostra, Gothenburg, Sweden.,Department of Genetics and Bioinformatics, Domain of Health Data and Digitalisation, Institute of Public Health, Oslo, Norway
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- Institute of Developmental Sciences, University Hospital Southampton, Southampton, UK.,NIHR Southampton Biomedical Research Centre, University of Southampton, Southampton, UK
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- UCD Perinatal Research Centre, School of Medicine, University College Dublin, National Maternity Hospital, Dublin, Ireland.,School of Agriculture and Food Science, University College Dublin, Dublin, Ireland
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- UCD Perinatal Research Centre, School of Medicine, University College Dublin, National Maternity Hospital, Dublin, Ireland
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Neven ACH, Lake AJ, Williams A, O'Reilly SL, Hendrieckx C, Morrison M, Dunbar JA, Speight J, Teede H, Boyle JA. Barriers to and enablers of postpartum health behaviours among women from diverse cultural backgrounds with prior gestational diabetes: A systematic review and qualitative synthesis applying the theoretical domains framework. Diabet Med 2022; 39:e14945. [PMID: 36004677 PMCID: PMC9826483 DOI: 10.1111/dme.14945] [Citation(s) in RCA: 7] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/23/2022] [Revised: 07/08/2022] [Accepted: 08/18/2022] [Indexed: 01/11/2023]
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AIMS Racial and ethnic disparities exist in gestational diabetes prevalence and risk of subsequent type 2 diabetes mellitus (T2DM). Postpartum engagement in healthy behaviours is recommended for prevention and early detection of T2DM, yet uptake is low among women from diverse cultural backgrounds. Greater understanding of factors impacting postpartum health behaviours is needed. Applying the Theoretical Domains Framework (TDF) and Capability, Opportunity, Motivation-Behaviour (COM-B) model, our aim was to synthesise barriers to and enablers of postpartum health behaviours among women from diverse cultural backgrounds with prior GDM and identify relevant intervention components. METHODS Databases, reference lists and grey literature were searched from September 2017 to April 2021. Two reviewers screened articles independently against inclusion criteria and extracted data. Using an inductive-deductive model, themes were mapped to the TDF and COM-B model. RESULTS After screening 5148 citations and 139 full texts, we included 35 studies (N = 787 participants). The main ethnicities included Asian (43%), Indigenous (15%) and African (11%). Barriers and enablers focused on Capability (e.g. knowledge), Opportunity (e.g. competing demands, social support from family, friends and healthcare professionals, culturally appropriate education and resources) and Motivation (e.g. negative emotions, perceived consequences and necessity of health behaviours, social/cultural identity). Five relevant intervention functions are identified to link the barriers and enablers to evidence-based recommendations for communications to support behaviour change. CONCLUSIONS We provide a conceptual model to inform recommendations regarding the development of messaging and interventions to support women from diverse cultural backgrounds in engaging in healthy behaviours to reduce risk of T2DM.
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- Adriana C. H. Neven
- Monash Centre for Health Research and Implementation, Monash Public Health and Preventive MedicineMonash UniversityClaytonVictoriaAustralia
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- School of PsychologyDeakin UniversityGeelongVictoriaAustralia
- The Australian Centre for Behavioural Research in Diabetes, Diabetes VictoriaMelbourneVictoriaAustralia
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- School of PsychologyDeakin UniversityGeelongVictoriaAustralia
- The Australian Centre for Behavioural Research in Diabetes, Diabetes VictoriaMelbourneVictoriaAustralia
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- Centre for Physical Activity and Nutrition ResearchDeakin UniversityBurwoodVictoriaAustralia
- UCD Institute of Food and Health, School of Agriculture and Food Science, University CollegeDublin 4Ireland
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- School of PsychologyDeakin UniversityGeelongVictoriaAustralia
- The Australian Centre for Behavioural Research in Diabetes, Diabetes VictoriaMelbourneVictoriaAustralia
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- Deakin Rural Health, School of MedicineDeakin UniversityWarrnamboolVictoriaAustralia
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- School of PsychologyDeakin UniversityGeelongVictoriaAustralia
- The Australian Centre for Behavioural Research in Diabetes, Diabetes VictoriaMelbourneVictoriaAustralia
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- Monash Centre for Health Research and Implementation, Monash Public Health and Preventive MedicineMonash UniversityClaytonVictoriaAustralia
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Linnenkamp U, Greiner GG, Haastert B, Adamczewski H, Kaltheuner M, Weber D, Icks A. Postpartum screening of women with GDM in specialised practices: Data from 12,991 women in the GestDiab register. Diabet Med 2022; 39:e14861. [PMID: 35472098 DOI: 10.1111/dme.14861] [Citation(s) in RCA: 11] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/05/2021] [Revised: 03/29/2022] [Accepted: 04/20/2022] [Indexed: 11/28/2022]
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BACKGROUND Gestational diabetes (GDM) in the short term is associated with various complications during pregnancy; however, in the long run, women have an increased risk of type 2 diabetes mellitus (T2DM). Therefore, short- and long-term follow-up postpartum is recommended. METHODS We assessed the proportion of postpartum diabetes screening among 12,991 women with their first GDM-diagnosed pregnancy in the study period in the nationwide German GestDiab register between 2015 and 2017. In addition to assessing prevalence, we assessed if the probability of postpartum screening was associated with maternal characteristics or pregnancy outcomes. RESULTS In total, 38.2% (95% CI 32.8%-43.7%) of our sample underwent postpartum diabetes screening, irrespective of its timing. Around 50% of women (19.3% of the total sample) undertook the screening in the recommended time frame of 6-12 weeks postpartum. We found that age, native language, pre-pregnancy BMI, smoking status, number of previous pregnancies, fasting plasma glucose and HbA1c levels as well as previous pregnancies with GDM and treatment with insulin were associated with participation in the postpartum diabetes screening in our sample. CONCLUSION In our study, more than 60% of the women with GDM did not participate in postpartum diabetes screening. This is a missed opportunity in a high-risk population to detect glucose intolerance. Consequently, appropriate interventions to prevent the progression to T2DM cannot be initiated. Further research should investigate barriers and enabling factors and allow developing a multilevel approach for GDM postpartum care.
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- Ute Linnenkamp
- Institute for Health Services Research and Health Economics, German Diabetes Center (DDZ), Leibniz Center for Diabetes Research at Heinrich Heine University Düsseldorf, Düsseldorf, Germany
- German Center for Diabetes Research (DZD), Partner Düsseldorf, München-Neuherberg, Germany
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- German Center for Diabetes Research (DZD), Partner Düsseldorf, München-Neuherberg, Germany
- Institute for Health Services Research and Health Economics, Centre for Health and Society, Medical Faculty and University Hospital Düsseldorf, Heinrich Heine University Düsseldorf, Düsseldorf, Germany
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- Institute for Health Services Research and Health Economics, Centre for Health and Society, Medical Faculty and University Hospital Düsseldorf, Heinrich Heine University Düsseldorf, Düsseldorf, Germany
- mediStatistica, Wuppertal, Germany
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- winDiab gGmbH, wissenschaftliches Institut der niedergelassenen Diabetologen, Neuss, Germany
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- winDiab gGmbH, wissenschaftliches Institut der niedergelassenen Diabetologen, Neuss, Germany
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- winDiab gGmbH, wissenschaftliches Institut der niedergelassenen Diabetologen, Neuss, Germany
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- Institute for Health Services Research and Health Economics, German Diabetes Center (DDZ), Leibniz Center for Diabetes Research at Heinrich Heine University Düsseldorf, Düsseldorf, Germany
- Institute for Health Services Research and Health Economics, Centre for Health and Society, Medical Faculty and University Hospital Düsseldorf, Heinrich Heine University Düsseldorf, Düsseldorf, Germany
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Dinh NTT, Cox IA, de Graaff B, Campbell JA, Stokes B, Palmer AJ. A Comprehensive Systematic Review of Data Linkage Publications on Diabetes in Australia. Front Public Health 2022; 10:757987. [PMID: 35692316 PMCID: PMC9174992 DOI: 10.3389/fpubh.2022.757987] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/13/2021] [Accepted: 04/25/2022] [Indexed: 11/13/2022] Open
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Aims Our study aimed to identify the common themes, knowledge gaps and to evaluate the quality of data linkage research on diabetes in Australia. Methods This systematic review was developed in accordance with the Preferred Reporting Items for Systematic Reviews and Meta-Analyses (the PRISMA Statement). Six biomedical databases and the Australian Population Health Research Network (PHRN) website were searched. A narrative synthesis was conducted to comprehensively identify the common themes and knowledge gaps. The guidelines for studies involving data linkage were used to appraise methodological quality of included studies. Results After screening and hand-searching, 118 studies were included in the final analysis. Data linkage publications confirmed negative health outcomes in people with diabetes, reported risk factors for diabetes and its complications, and found an inverse association between primary care use and hospitalization. Linked data were used to validate data sources and diabetes instruments. There were limited publications investigating healthcare expenditure and adverse drug reactions (ADRs) in people with diabetes. Regarding methodological assessment, important information about the linkage performed was under-reported in included studies. Conclusions In the future, more up to date data linkage research addressing costs of diabetes and its complications in a contemporary Australian setting, as well as research assessing ADRs of recently approved antidiabetic medications, are required.
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- Ngan T T Dinh
- Health Economics Research Group, Menzies Institute for Medical Research, University of Tasmania, Hobart, TAS, Australia.,Department of Pharmacology, Thai Nguyen University of Medicine and Pharmacy, Thai Nguyen University, Thai Nguyen, Vietnam
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- Health Economics Research Group, Menzies Institute for Medical Research, University of Tasmania, Hobart, TAS, Australia
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- Health Economics Research Group, Menzies Institute for Medical Research, University of Tasmania, Hobart, TAS, Australia
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- Health Economics Research Group, Menzies Institute for Medical Research, University of Tasmania, Hobart, TAS, Australia
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- Tasmanian Data Linkage Unit, Menzies Institute for Medical Research, University of Tasmania, Hobart, TAS, Australia
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- Health Economics Research Group, Menzies Institute for Medical Research, University of Tasmania, Hobart, TAS, Australia.,Centre for Health Policy, School of Population and Global Health, The University of Melbourne, Melbourne, VIC, Australia
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Lake AJ, Neven ACH, Williams A, O'Reilly SL, Hendrieckx C, Morrison M, Dunbar J, Teede H, Boyle JA, Speight J. Barriers to and enablers of type 2 diabetes screening among women with prior gestational diabetes: A systematic review update and qualitative synthesis applying the Theoretical Domains Framework. Diabet Med 2022; 39:e14772. [PMID: 34953147 DOI: 10.1111/dme.14772] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/22/2021] [Accepted: 12/20/2021] [Indexed: 11/28/2022]
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AIMS Women with prior gestational diabetes have nearly 10 times the risk of developing type 2 diabetes. Postpartum screening for type 2 diabetes is recommended for early diagnosis and management, yet uptake is low. This work updates a previous systematic review and advances it through the application of the Theoretical Domains Framework (TDF) to synthesise personal-level factors impacting type 2 diabetes screening and the Capability, Opportunity, Motivation-Behaviour model (COM-B), to develop messaging recommendations for use in clinical practice and screening promotion interventions. METHODS We searched seven academic databases from September 2017 (prior review) to April 2021, reference lists and grey literature. Two reviewers independently screened articles against inclusion criteria (qualitative studies exploring factors impacting postpartum diabetes screening, any language) and extracted data. Using an inductive-deductive model, we coded determinants to the TDF and mapped onto the COM-B model. RESULTS We identified 38 eligible papers from 34 studies (N = 1291 participants). Most (71%) reported sample sizes of N ≥ 16. The ratio of barriers to enablers was three to one. Eight key TDF domains were identified. Evidence-based recommendations include addressing knowledge, risk perception, fear of diabetes diagnosis, low prioritisation of personal health and fatalism. The risk of bias was low and confidence in findings was moderate to high. A limitation was conceptual overlap between TDF domains, which we addressed via the study procedure. CONCLUSIONS The theoretical categorisation of determinants enables the development of messaging and interventions at the personal level, to promote women's uptake of postpartum type 2 diabetes screening.
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- Amelia J Lake
- School of Psychology, Deakin University, Geelong, Victoria, Australia
- The Australian Centre for Behavioural Research in Diabetes, Diabetes Victoria, Melbourne, Victoria, Australia
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- Monash Centre for Health Research and Implementation, Monash Public Health and Preventive Medicine, Monash University, Clayton, Victoria, Australia
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- School of Psychology, Deakin University, Geelong, Victoria, Australia
- The Australian Centre for Behavioural Research in Diabetes, Diabetes Victoria, Melbourne, Victoria, Australia
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- Centre for Physical Activity and Nutrition Research, Deakin University, Burwood, Victoria, Australia
- UCD Institute of Food and Health, School of Agriculture and Food Science, University College, Dublin, Ireland
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- School of Psychology, Deakin University, Geelong, Victoria, Australia
- The Australian Centre for Behavioural Research in Diabetes, Diabetes Victoria, Melbourne, Victoria, Australia
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- Diabetes Australia, Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia
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- Deakin Rural Health, School of Medicine, Deakin University, Warrnambool, Victoria, Australia
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- Monash Centre for Health Research and Implementation, Monash Public Health and Preventive Medicine, Monash University, Clayton, Victoria, Australia
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- Monash Centre for Health Research and Implementation, Monash Public Health and Preventive Medicine, Monash University, Clayton, Victoria, Australia
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- School of Psychology, Deakin University, Geelong, Victoria, Australia
- The Australian Centre for Behavioural Research in Diabetes, Diabetes Victoria, Melbourne, Victoria, Australia
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Nwose EU, Bwititi PT, Agofure O, Oshionwu EJ, Young EE, Aganbi E, Egwenu SE, Chime HE, Gbeinbo FD, Odufu A, Okuzor JN, Okuleye A, Aninze K, Onyia IC, Ezugwu EC, Igumbor EO, Ulasi II. Prediabetes and cardiovascular complications study: Highlights on gestational diabetes, self-management and primary health care. World J Meta-Anal 2021; 9:543-556. [DOI: 10.13105/wjma.v9.i6.543] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/28/2021] [Revised: 05/21/2021] [Accepted: 11/28/2021] [Indexed: 02/06/2023] Open
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International collaboration on the prediabetes and cardiovascular complications study started in 2013. In 2017, a reflection was reported. Incompleteness of documentation and screening of antenatal cases for gestational diabetes mellitus (GDM) was concerning. Hence, further observations have been made that warrant an update. The objective of this review is to highlight gaps between clinical knowledge and practice in GDM, diabetes self-management and primary health care (PHC) for rural dwellers. We followed a descriptive field notes method. Antenatal records of patients screened for GDM with incomplete documentation were examined to determine incompleteness of data in those that also met the criteria for GDM risk assessment. Experiences on development of a diabetes register and education and notes on behavioural change wheel were also reviewed. Other data included cross-sectional evaluation of activities of daily living at two private hospitals. Up to 29% had high GDM risk factors, which fulfilled selection criteria for laboratory screening. Demographic data was complete in all women; however, incomplete documentation was observed with as much as 98% of basic data. High levels of physical activity were found in the population, and health lectures proved effective in food choices. The workforce need for diabetes care seems underestimated, but this may be better understood with reactivation of PHC services. The observations highlight behavioural change wheel issues on GDM and PHC services that need concerted focus. Two proposals are to advance the use of a ‘risk assessment and screening sheet’ for GDM screening and enlightenment of stakeholders on the central hub role of PHC in diabetes management.
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- Ezekiel Uba Nwose
- Department of Public and Community Health, Novena University, Kwale 322107, Nigeria
- School of Dentistry and Medical Sciences, Charles Sturt University, Wagga campus, New South Wales 2650, Australia
- Global Medical Research and Development Organization (GMRDO) group, Abbi Delta State 322107, Nigeria
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- School of Dentistry and Medical Sciences, Charles Sturt University, Wagga campus, New South Wales 2650, Australia
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- Department of Public and Community Health, Novena University, Kwale 322107, Nigeria
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- Global Medical Research and Development Organization (GMRDO) group, Abbi Delta State 322107, Nigeria
- California Department of State Hospital, Stockton, CA 95215, United States
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- Department of Medicine, College of Medicine, University of Nigeria, Ituku-Ozalla campus, Enugu 402109, Nigeria
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- Biochemistry Department, Delta State University, Abraka 330105, Nigeria
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- Department of Public and Community Health, Novena University, Kwale 322107, Nigeria
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- Global Medical Research and Development Organization (GMRDO) group, Abbi Delta State 322107, Nigeria
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- Global Medical Research and Development Organization (GMRDO) group, Abbi Delta State 322107, Nigeria
- Department of Clinical Laboratory Services, Texas Health (HMH HEB), Bedford, TX 76022, United States
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- Global Medical Research and Development Organization (GMRDO) group, Abbi Delta State 322107, Nigeria
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- Global Medical Research and Development Organization (GMRDO) group, Abbi Delta State 322107, Nigeria
- Clinic Department, Donak Hospital, Kwale 2539083, Nigeria
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- Global Medical Research and Development Organization (GMRDO) group, Abbi Delta State 322107, Nigeria
- Clinic Department, U-Turn Hospital, U-Turn Abule Egba 100276, Nigeria
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- Department of Medicine, College of Medicine, University of Nigeria, Ituku-Ozalla campus, Enugu 402109, Nigeria
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- Department of Medicine, College of Medicine, University of Nigeria, Ituku-Ozalla campus, Enugu 402109, Nigeria
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Gestational diabetes mellitus follow-up in Norwegian primary health care: a qualitative study. BJGP Open 2021; 6:BJGPO.2021.0104. [PMID: 34880032 PMCID: PMC8958748 DOI: 10.3399/bjgpo.2021.0104] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/09/2021] [Accepted: 09/28/2021] [Indexed: 10/31/2022] Open
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BACKGROUND Women with gestational diabetes mellitus (GDM) have a tenfold increased risk of developing diabetes, and a high risk of recurrent GDM. Endorsing the life-course approach aiming to prevent disease and promote health across generations, the Norwegian GDM guideline recommends follow-up in primary care after delivery, with information on the increased risks, lifestyle counselling, and annual diabetes screening. Few reports exist on Norwegian women's experiences of GDM follow-up. AIM To elucidate women's experiences with follow-up of GDM in pregnancy and after delivery, and to explore their attitudes to diabetes risk and motivation for lifestyle changes. DESIGN & SETTING Qualitative study in primary care in the region of Stavanger, Norway. METHOD Semi-structured in-depth interviews were conducted 24-30 months after delivery with 14 women aged 28-44 years, with a history of GDM. Data were analysed thematically. RESULTS Most women were satisfied with the follow-up during pregnancy; however, only two women were followed-up according to the guideline after delivery. In most encounters with GPs after delivery, GDM was not mentioned. To continue the healthy lifestyle adopted in pregnancy, awareness of future risk was a motivational factor, and the women asked for tailored information on individual risk and improved support. The main themes emerging from the analysis were as follows: stigma and shame; uncertainty; gaining control and finding balance; and a need for support to sustain change. CONCLUSION Women experienced a lack of support for GDM in Norwegian primary care after delivery. To maintain a healthy lifestyle, women suggested being given tailored information and improved support.
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Marschner S, Chow C, Thiagalingam A, Simmons D, McClean M, Pasupathy D, Smith BJ, Flood V, Padmanabhan S, Melov S, Ching C, Cheung NW. Effectiveness of a customised mobile phone text messaging intervention supported by data from activity monitors for improving lifestyle factors related to the risk of type 2 diabetes among women after gestational diabetes: protocol for a multicentre randomised controlled trial (SMART MUMS with smart phones 2). BMJ Open 2021; 11:e054756. [PMID: 34535488 PMCID: PMC8451310 DOI: 10.1136/bmjopen-2021-054756] [Citation(s) in RCA: 5] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/04/2022] Open
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INTRODUCTION Gestational diabetes (GDM) contributes substantially to the population burden of type 2 diabetes (T2DM), with a high long-term risk of developing T2DM. This study will assess whether a structured lifestyle modification programme for women immediately after a GDM pregnancy, delivered via customised text messages and further individualised using data from activity monitors, improves T2DM risk factors, namely weight, physical activity (PA) and diet. METHODS AND ANALYSIS This multicentre randomised controlled trial will recruit 180 women with GDM attending Westmead, Campbelltown or Blacktown hospital services in Western Sydney. They will be randomised (1:1) on delivery to usual care with activity monitor (active control) or usual care plus activity monitor and customised education, motivation and support delivered via text messaging (intervention). The intervention will be customised based on breastfeeding status, and messages including their step count achievements to encourage PA. Messages on PA and healthy eating will encourage good lifestyle habits. The primary outcome of the study is healthy lifestyle composed of weight, dietary and PA outcomes, to be evaluated at 6 months. The secondary objectives include the primary objective components, body mass index, breastfeeding duration and frequency, postnatal depression, utilisation of the activity monitor, adherence to obtaining an oral glucose tolerance test post partum and the incidence of dysglycaemia at 12 months. Relative risks and their 95% CIs will be presented for the primary objective and the appropriate regression analysis, adjusting for the baseline outcome results, will be done for each outcome. ETHICS AND DISSEMINATION Ethics approval has been received from the Western Sydney Local Health District Human Research Ethics Committee (2019/ETH13240). All patients will provide written informed consent. Study results will be disseminated via the usual channels including peer-reviewed publications and presentations at national and international conferences. TRIAL REGISTRATION NUMBER ACTRN12620000615987; Pre-results.
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- Simone Marschner
- Westmead Applied Research Centre, The University of Sydney, Sydney, New South Wales, Australia
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- Westmead Applied Research Centre, The University of Sydney, Sydney, New South Wales, Australia
- Department of Cardiology, Westmead Hospital, Westmead, New South Wales, Australia
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- Westmead Applied Research Centre, The University of Sydney, Sydney, New South Wales, Australia
- Department of Cardiology, Westmead Hospital, Westmead, New South Wales, Australia
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- Macarthur Clinical School, Western Sydney University, Penrith South, New South Wales, Australia
- Macarthur Diabetes School, Campbelltown Hospital, Campbelltown, New South Wales, Australia
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- Department of Diabetes and Endocrinology, Westmead Hospital, Westmead, New South Wales, Australia
- Department of Diabetes and Endocrinology, Blacktown Hospital, Blacktown, New South Wales, Australia
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- Discipline of Obstetrics, Gynaecology and Neonatology, The University of Sydney, Sydney, New South Wales, Australia
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- Westmead Applied Research Centre, The University of Sydney, Sydney, New South Wales, Australia
- Sydney School of Health Sciences, The University of Sydney, Sydney, New South Wales, Australia
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- Westmead Applied Research Centre, The University of Sydney, Sydney, New South Wales, Australia
- Sydney School of Health Sciences, The University of Sydney, Sydney, New South Wales, Australia
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- Discipline of Obstetrics, Gynaecology and Neonatology, The University of Sydney, Sydney, New South Wales, Australia
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- Discipline of Obstetrics, Gynaecology and Neonatology, The University of Sydney, Sydney, New South Wales, Australia
- Westmead Institute for Maternal and Fetal Medicine, Westmead Hospital, Westmead, New South Wales, Australia
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- Westmead Applied Research Centre, The University of Sydney, Sydney, New South Wales, Australia
- Department of Diabetes and Endocrinology, Westmead Hospital, Westmead, New South Wales, Australia
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- Westmead Applied Research Centre, The University of Sydney, Sydney, New South Wales, Australia
- Department of Diabetes and Endocrinology, Westmead Hospital, Westmead, New South Wales, Australia
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Women's engagement with diabetes prevention activities and the influence of contact by the Australian national gestational diabetes register. PRACTICAL DIABETES 2021. [DOI: 10.1002/pdi.2336] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/07/2022]
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Lithgow GE, Rossi J, Griffin SJ, Usher-Smith JA, Dennison RA. Barriers to postpartum diabetes screening: a qualitative synthesis of clinicians' views. Br J Gen Pract 2021; 71:e473-e482. [PMID: 33947667 PMCID: PMC8103924 DOI: 10.3399/bjgp.2020.0928] [Citation(s) in RCA: 13] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/14/2020] [Accepted: 12/11/2020] [Indexed: 11/20/2022] Open
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BACKGROUND Gestational diabetes mellitus (GDM) is an important risk factor for developing type 2 diabetes mellitus (T2DM) later in life. Postpartum screening provides an opportunity for early detection and management of T2DM, but uptake is poor. AIM To explore barriers to screening from clinicians' perspectives to guide future interventions to increase uptake of postpartum screening. DESIGN AND SETTING Systematic review and qualitative synthesis. METHOD Qualitative studies included in a previous review were assessed, and then five electronic databases were searched from January 2013 to May 2019 for qualitative studies reporting clinicians' perspectives on postpartum glucose screening after GDM. Study quality was assessed against the Critical Appraisal Skills Programmes checklist. Qualitative data from the studies were analysed using thematic synthesis. RESULTS Nine studies were included, containing views from 187 clinicians from both community and hospital care. Three main themes were identified: difficulties in handover between primary and secondary care (ambiguous roles and communication difficulties); short-term focus in clinical consultations (underplaying risk so as not to overwhelm patients and competing priorities); and patient-centric barriers such as time pressures. CONCLUSION Barriers to diabetes screening were identified at both system and individual levels. At the system level, clarification of responsibility for testing among healthcare professionals and better systems for recall are needed. These could be achieved through registers, improved clinical protocols, and automatic flagging and prompts within electronic medical records. At the individual level, clinicians should be supported to prioritise the importance of screening within consultations and better educational resources made available for women. Making it more convenient for women to attend may also facilitate screening.
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- School of Clinical Medicine, University of Cambridge, Cambridge
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- MRC Epidemiology Unit, Institute of Metabolic Science, School of Clinical Medicine, University of Cambridge, Cambridge
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- Primary Care Unit, Department of Public Health and Primary Care, School of Clinical Medicine, University of Cambridge, Cambridge
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- Primary Care Unit, Department of Public Health and Primary Care, School of Clinical Medicine, University of Cambridge, Cambridge
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Versace VL, Beks H, Wesley H, McNamara K, Hague W, Anjana RM, Mohan V, Khunti K, Dunbar JA. Metformin for Preventing Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus in Women with a Previous Diagnosis of Gestational Diabetes: A Narrative Review. Semin Reprod Med 2021; 38:366-376. [PMID: 33860488 DOI: 10.1055/s-0041-1727203] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 10/21/2022]
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Women with a history of gestational diabetes mellitus (GDM) are at greater risk of developing type 2 diabetes mellitus (T2DM) when compared with women who have not had GDM. To delay or prevent T2DM, guidelines recommend regular screening in the primary care setting and lifestyle interventions that are largely focused on dietary and physical activity modifications. As the postpartum period can be challenging for women, uptake and engagement in screening and lifestyle interventions have been poor. Poor uptake and engagement places women with a history of GDM at heightened risk for future morbidity and development of T2DM. Metformin has been a longstanding and safe treatment for the control of blood glucose in people with T2DM. Research has supported the efficacy of metformin, used as an adjunct to a lifestyle intervention or as a stand-alone treatment, in preventing T2DM in people at high risk of T2DM. Findings from longitudinal studies have demonstrated the potential for metformin to reduce conversion to T2DM when used by women with a previous diagnosis of GDM. This review examines the potential effectiveness of metformin to reduce the incidence of T2DM among women with a previous diagnosis of GDM in the "real-world" setting.
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- School of Medicine, Deakin University, Geelong, Australia
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- School of Medicine, Deakin University, Geelong, Australia.,Madras Diabetes Research Foundation, Chennai, India
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- School of Medicine, Deakin University, Geelong, Australia
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- Robinson Research Institute, The University of Adelaide, Adelaide, Australia
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- Diabetes Research Centre, University of Leicester, Leicester, United Kingdom
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- School of Medicine, Deakin University, Geelong, Australia
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Could Subtle Obstetrical Brachial Plexus Palsy Be Related to Unilateral B Glenoid Osteoarthritis? J Clin Med 2021; 10:jcm10061196. [PMID: 33809287 PMCID: PMC7999215 DOI: 10.3390/jcm10061196] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/04/2021] [Revised: 03/04/2021] [Accepted: 03/04/2021] [Indexed: 02/06/2023] Open
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Background: Several factors associated with B glenoid are also linked with obstetrical brachial plexus palsy (OBPP). The purpose of this observational study was to determine the incidence of OBPP risk factors in type B patients. Methods: A cohort of 154 patients (68% men, 187 shoulders) aged 63 ± 17 years with type B glenoids completed a questionnaire comprising history of perinatal characteristics related to OBPP. A literature review was performed following the Preferred Reporting Items for Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis (PRISMA) to estimate the incidence of OBPP risk factors in the general population. Results: Twenty-seven patients (18%) reported one or more perinatal OBPP risk factors, including shoulder dystocia (n = 4, 2.6%), macrosomia >4 kg (n = 5, 3.2%), breech delivery (n = 6, 3.9%), fetal distress (n = 8, 5.2%), maternal diabetes (n = 2, 1.3%), clavicular fracture (n = 2, 1.3%), and forceps delivery (n = 4, 2.6%). The comparison with the recent literature suggested that most perinatal OBPP risk factors were within the normal range, although the incidence of shoulder dystocia, forceps and vaginal breech deliveries exceeded the average rates. Conclusion: Perinatal factors related to OBPP did not occur in a higher frequency in patients with Walch type B OA compared to the general population, although some of them were in the high normal range.
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Lim S, Chen M, Makama M, O'Reilly S. Preventing Type 2 Diabetes in Women with Previous Gestational Diabetes: Reviewing the Implementation Gaps for Health Behavior Change Programs. Semin Reprod Med 2021; 38:377-383. [PMID: 33511581 DOI: 10.1055/s-0040-1722315] [Citation(s) in RCA: 5] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 10/22/2022]
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Gestational diabetes mellitus (GDM) places a woman at high risk of developing subsequent type 2 diabetes mellitus (T2DM), particularly in the first 5 years postpartum. Engaging women in health behavior change during this period is challenging and current diabetes prevention programs were developed for middle-aged adults, all of which have limited the evidence on successful implementation for this high-risk population. In this review, we will first summarize the effects of existing diabetes prevention programs in women with a history of GDM. Second, we suggest that the programs need to be modified according to the facilitators and barriers faced by this population. Third, we propose that improving program penetration, fidelity, and participation is critical for population-level success. Finally, we outline the research priorities to improve the implementation of diabetes prevention programs for postpartum women with a history of GDM.
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- Siew Lim
- Monash Centre for Health Research and Implementation, Monash University, Clayton, Victoria, Australia
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- Monash Centre for Health Research and Implementation, Monash University, Clayton, Victoria, Australia
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- Monash Centre for Health Research and Implementation, Monash University, Clayton, Victoria, Australia
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- Monash Centre for Health Research and Implementation, Monash University, Clayton, Victoria, Australia
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Increased Risk of Hospitalization for Pancreatic Cancer in the First 8 Years after a Gestational Diabetes Mellitus regardless of Subsequent Type 2 Diabetes: A Nationwide Population-Based Study. Cancers (Basel) 2021; 13:cancers13020308. [PMID: 33467667 PMCID: PMC7829937 DOI: 10.3390/cancers13020308] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/13/2020] [Revised: 01/05/2021] [Accepted: 01/12/2021] [Indexed: 12/12/2022] Open
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Simple Summary Pancreatic cancer is one of the cancers with the highest mortality rate which is most often attributed to late diagnosis. The identification of risk factors is therefore important. While gestational diabetes also shares mechanisms of action with diabetes mellitus, several studies have provided hypotheses that could explain the pathophysiology of the link between diabetes mellitus and risk of pancreatic cancer. Accordingly, the aim of our study was to determine the risk of developing pancreatic cancer in women with a history of gestational diabetes from a quasi-exhaustive national medico-administrative database for deliveries in France. We included 1,368,755 women in our study. We showed that gestational diabetes was significantly associated with a greater risk of pancreatic cancer, regardless of subsequent type 2 diabetes. Our results suggest a better follow-up of patients after a gestational diabetes in order to identify high-risk profiles of developing more serious conditions, such as pancreatic cancer. Abstract The aim of this large retrospective cohort study was to use a quasi-exhaustive national medico-administrative database of deliveries in France to determine the risk of developing pancreatic cancer (PC) in women with a history of gestational diabetes mellitus (GDM). This nationwide population-based study included women aged 14–55 who gave birth between 1st January 2008 and 31 December 2009. The women were followed-up epidemiologically for eight years. Survival analyses using Cox regression models, adjusted for age, subsequent type 2 diabetes, and tobacco consumption, were performed on the time to occurrence of hospitalization for PC. The onset of GDM, tobacco consumption and subsequent type 2 diabetes were considered as time-dependent variables. Among 1,352,560 women included, 95,314 had a history of GDM (7.05%) and 126 women were hospitalized for PC (0.01%). Over the eight years of follow-up, GDM was significantly associated with a higher risk of hospitalization with PC in the first Cox regression model adjusted for age and subsequent type 2 diabetes (HR = 1.81 95% CI [1.06–3.10]). The second Cox regression model adjusted for the same covariates, plus tobacco consumption, showed that GDM was still significantly associated with a higher risk of hospitalization for PC with nearly the same estimated risk (HR = 1.77 95% CI [1.03–3.03]). Gestational diabetes was significantly associated with a greater risk of hospital admission for pancreatic cancer within eight years, regardless of subsequent type 2 diabetes.
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S N, H S, J Z, M S. Designing a data set for postpartum recall registry of women with gestational diabetes in recent pregnancy and its implementation in Iranian urban health centers. Diabetes Metab Syndr 2021; 15:1-6. [PMID: 33271466 DOI: 10.1016/j.dsx.2020.11.018] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/20/2020] [Revised: 11/13/2020] [Accepted: 11/20/2020] [Indexed: 12/24/2022]
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BACKGROUND AND AIMS Gestational diabetes has serious short and long-term consequences for both mother and child. Designing a standard data set and implementing a recall registry system provides opportunities for early interventions in women with a history of gestational diabetes. The present study aims to draft a data set for the gestational diabetes recall registry and its establishment in urban health centers. METHODS To design a data set for gestational diabetes postpartum recall registry a qualitative study has been done from April to June of 2019. In this stage, Information need assessment, Identification of data elements, development of registry software, and field-testing were done. Web-based software was designed in NET language and using a Visual Studio programming environment. Implementation of the postpartum recall registry was started in 6 health centers of Ahvaz city from August 2019. RESULTS During six months 163 women with gestational diabetes in current pregnancy were registered. The final data set for the postpartum recall registry included six main groups, 23 subclasses, and 188 data elements. Mandatory data were included 115 elements. CONCLUSION A data set was finalized using a standard method and implemented in urban health centers for six months. Implementing a postpartum registry with standard elements can help manage data and plan for future interventions to reduce modifiable risk factors in this population.
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- Nouhjah S
- Diabetes Research Center, Ahvaz Jundishapur University of Medical Sciences, Ahvaz, Iran.
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- Diabetes Research Center, Ahvaz Jundishapur University of Medical Sciences, Ahvaz, Iran.
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- Department of Health Information Technology, School of Allied Medical Sciences, Ahvaz Jundishapur University of Medical Sciences, Ahvaz, Iran.
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- Ahvaz Health Center, Ahvaz Jundishapur University of Medical Sciences, Ahvaz, Iran.
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Gray KL, McKellar L, O’Reilly SL, Clifton PM, Keogh JB. Women's Barriers to Weight Loss, Perception of Future Diabetes Risk and Opinions of Diet Strategies Following Gestational Diabetes: An Online Survey. INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF ENVIRONMENTAL RESEARCH AND PUBLIC HEALTH 2020; 17:ijerph17249180. [PMID: 33302602 PMCID: PMC7764030 DOI: 10.3390/ijerph17249180] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.4] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/04/2020] [Revised: 12/03/2020] [Accepted: 12/04/2020] [Indexed: 01/07/2023]
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Weight loss after gestational diabetes (GDM) reduces the risk of type 2 diabetes (T2DM); however, weight loss remains challenging in this population. In order to explore perceptions of T2DM risk, barriers to weight loss, and views of diet strategies in women with previous GDM, a cross-sectional online survey of n = 429 women in Australia aged ≥18 years with previous GDM was conducted. Opinions of intermittent energy restriction (IER) were of interest. Seventy-five percent of responders (n = 322) had overweight or obesity, and 34% (n = 144) believed they had a high risk of developing T2DM. Within the Theoretical Domains Framework, barriers to weight loss were prominently related to Environmental Context and Resources, Beliefs about Capabilities, and Behavioural Regulation. Exercising was the most tried method of weight loss over other diet strategies (71%, n = 234) and weight loss support by a dietician was appealing as individual appointments (65%, n = 242) or an online program (54%, n = 200). Most women (73%, n = 284) had heard of IER (the "5:2 diet"), but only 12% (n = 34) had tried it. Open comments (n = 100) revealed mixed views of IER. Women in Australia with previous GDM were found to lack a self-perceived high risk of developing T2DM and expressed barriers to weight loss related to their family environment, beliefs about their capabilities and behavioural regulation. IER is appealing for some women with previous GDM; however, views vary.
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- Kristy L. Gray
- UniSA: Clinical and Health Sciences, University of South Australia, Adelaide, SA 5001, Australia; (K.L.G.); (L.M.); (P.M.C.)
- Alliance for Research in Exercise, Nutrition and Activity (ARENA), University of South Australia, Adelaide, SA 5001, Australia
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- UniSA: Clinical and Health Sciences, University of South Australia, Adelaide, SA 5001, Australia; (K.L.G.); (L.M.); (P.M.C.)
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- School of Agriculture and Food Science, University College Dublin, Belfield, D04 V1W8 Dublin, Ireland;
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- UniSA: Clinical and Health Sciences, University of South Australia, Adelaide, SA 5001, Australia; (K.L.G.); (L.M.); (P.M.C.)
- Alliance for Research in Exercise, Nutrition and Activity (ARENA), University of South Australia, Adelaide, SA 5001, Australia
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- UniSA: Clinical and Health Sciences, University of South Australia, Adelaide, SA 5001, Australia; (K.L.G.); (L.M.); (P.M.C.)
- Alliance for Research in Exercise, Nutrition and Activity (ARENA), University of South Australia, Adelaide, SA 5001, Australia
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Walker E, Flannery O, Mackillop L. Gestational diabetes and progression to type two diabetes mellitus: missed opportunities of follow up and prevention? Prim Care Diabetes 2020; 14:698-702. [PMID: 32535090 DOI: 10.1016/j.pcd.2020.05.010] [Citation(s) in RCA: 4] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/20/2020] [Revised: 05/22/2020] [Accepted: 05/23/2020] [Indexed: 11/16/2022]
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BACKGROUND The incidence of type 2 diabetes (T2DM) is increasing. Having a pregnancy complicated by gestational diabetes mellitus (GDM) is a potent risk factor for the later development of T2DM. AIMS To explore the characteristics of women diagnosed with GDM in a single centre and their follow up for progression to T2DM. METHODS A retrospective cohort study using anonymised data of one hundred and fifty four (154) women with GDM receiving maternity care at the Oxford University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust (OUHFT) in 2010 and their follow up until 2018. RESULTS The prevalence of GDM in women delivering in Oxfordshire in 2010 was 3.4%. 70% of pregnant women were overweight or obese (with 51% being obese) at booking. Gestational weight gain (GWG) was excessive in 29% of women, when compared to Institute of Medicine (IOM) guidelines. Almost a quarter of women (23.4%) had no follow up after delivery. Over a median follow up of 3.5 years (range 0-8 years) nearly one in six (16.9%) of the total cohort (22% of those tested) went on to develop T2DM. 74% of women with GDM were multiparous, and 65% of nulliparous women were tested compared to 81% of multiparous women. There was a significant difference between multiparous women (53.8%) compared to nulliparous women (46.2%) developing T2DM (p=0.01). There was no significant difference in BMI (p=0.866) or GWG (p=0.83) in women who progressed to T2DM versus those who did not. CONCLUSION The risk of T2DM after GDM is substantial however, follow up rates of this population is poor. Subsequent screening of women with GDM and their management crosses secondary and primary care with scope for improvement in counselling of women of the importance of annual reviews, in data collection and follow up in both obstetrics and general practice. The implementation of a recall system, an education programme for general practitioners and/or a registry of women diagnosed with GDM could be useful to identify those at high risk of developing T2DM as well as providing a platform for the potential development of interventions to prevent progression to T2DM after GDM.
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- Emma Walker
- University of Chester, Parkgate Road, Chester, Cheshire CH1 4BJ, UK.
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- Department of Health Professions, Manchester Metropolitan University, Manchester, UK
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- Nuffield Department of Reproductive Health, Oxford University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust, Oxford, UK
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Bradley C, Hengel B, Crawford K, Elliott S, Donovan B, Mak DB, Nattabi B, Johnson D, Guy R, Fairley CK, Wand H, Ward J. Establishment of a sentinel surveillance network for sexually transmissible infections and blood borne viruses in Aboriginal primary care services across Australia: the ATLAS project. BMC Health Serv Res 2020; 20:769. [PMID: 32819360 PMCID: PMC7439717 DOI: 10.1186/s12913-020-05388-y] [Citation(s) in RCA: 8] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.6] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/03/2019] [Accepted: 06/01/2020] [Indexed: 02/05/2023] Open
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BACKGROUND Sexually transmissible infection (STI) and blood-borne virus (BBV) diagnoses data are a core component of the Australian National Notifiable Diseases Surveillance System (NNDSS). However, the NNDSS data alone is not enough to understand STI and BBV burden among priority population groups, like Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, because it lacks testing, treatment and management data. Here, we describe the processes involved in establishing a STI and BBV sentinel surveillance network representative of Aboriginal Community-Controlled Health Services (ACCHS)-known as the ATLAS network-to augment the NNDSS and to help us understand the burden of disease due to STI and BBV among Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples. METHODS Researchers invited participation from ACCHS in urban, regional and remote areas clustered in five clinical hubs across four Australian jurisdictions. Participation agreements were developed for each clinical hub and individual ACCHS. Deidentified electronic medical record (EMR) data relating to STI and BBV testing, treatment and management are collected passively from each ACCHS via the GRHANITEtm data extraction tool. These data are analysed centrally to inform 12 performance measures which are included in regular surveillance reports generated for each ACCHS and clinical hub. RESULTS The ATLAS network currently includes 29 ACCHS. Regular reports are provided to ACCHS to assess clinical practice and drive continuous quality improvement initiatives internally. Data is also aggregated at the hub, jurisdictional and national level and will be used to inform clinical guidelines and to guide future research questions. The ATLAS infrastructure can be expanded to include other health services and potentially linked to other data sources using GRHANITE. CONCLUSIONS The ATLAS network is an established national surveillance network specific to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples. The data collected through the ATLAS network augments the NNDSS and will contribute to improved STI and BBV clinical care, guidelines and policy program-planning.
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- Clare Bradley
- South Australian Health and Medical Research Institute, North Terrace, Adelaide, SA, 5000, Australia.
- Flinders University, Sturt Rd, Bedford Park, Adelaide, SA, 5042, Australia.
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- Kirby Institute, University of New South Wales, Wallace Wurth Building, High Street, Kensington, NSW, 2052, Australia
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- Kimberley Aboriginal Medical Services, 12 Napier Terrace, Broome, WA, 6725, Australia
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- South Australian Health and Medical Research Institute, North Terrace, Adelaide, SA, 5000, Australia
- Flinders University, Sturt Rd, Bedford Park, Adelaide, SA, 5042, Australia
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- Kirby Institute, University of New South Wales, Wallace Wurth Building, High Street, Kensington, NSW, 2052, Australia
- Sydney Sexual Health Centre, Sydney Hospital, Macquarie St, Sydney, NSW, 2000, Australia
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- University of Notre Dame, 32 Mouat St, Fremantle, WA, 6160, Australia
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- University of Western Australia, 35 Stirling Highway, Perth, WA, 6009, Australia
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- Aboriginal Health Council of South Australia, 220 Franklin St, Adelaide, SA, 5000, Australia
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- Kirby Institute, University of New South Wales, Wallace Wurth Building, High Street, Kensington, NSW, 2052, Australia
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- Monash University, Wellington Rd, Clayton, VIC, 3800, Australia
- Melbourne Sexual Health Centre, 580 Swanston St, Carlton, VIC, 3053, Australia
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- Kirby Institute, University of New South Wales, Wallace Wurth Building, High Street, Kensington, NSW, 2052, Australia
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- South Australian Health and Medical Research Institute, North Terrace, Adelaide, SA, 5000, Australia
- Flinders University, Sturt Rd, Bedford Park, Adelaide, SA, 5042, Australia
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Nguyen L, Stoové M, Boyle D, Callander D, McManus H, Asselin J, Guy R, Donovan B, Hellard M, El-Hayek C. Privacy-Preserving Record Linkage of Deidentified Records Within a Public Health Surveillance System: Evaluation Study. J Med Internet Res 2020; 22:e16757. [PMID: 32579128 PMCID: PMC7381059 DOI: 10.2196/16757] [Citation(s) in RCA: 25] [Impact Index Per Article: 5.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/21/2019] [Revised: 01/25/2020] [Accepted: 02/21/2020] [Indexed: 11/15/2022] Open
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BACKGROUND The Australian Collaboration for Coordinated Enhanced Sentinel Surveillance (ACCESS) was established to monitor national testing and test outcomes for blood-borne viruses (BBVs) and sexually transmissible infections (STIs) in key populations. ACCESS extracts deidentified data from sentinel health services that include general practice, sexual health, and infectious disease clinics, as well as public and private laboratories that conduct a large volume of BBV/STI testing. An important attribute of ACCESS is the ability to accurately link individual-level records within and between the participating sites, as this enables the system to produce reliable epidemiological measures. OBJECTIVE The aim of this study was to evaluate the use of GRHANITE software in ACCESS to extract and link deidentified data from participating clinics and laboratories. GRHANITE generates irreversible hashed linkage keys based on patient-identifying data captured in the patient electronic medical records (EMRs) at the site. The algorithms to produce the data linkage keys use probabilistic linkage principles to account for variability and completeness of the underlying patient identifiers, producing up to four linkage key types per EMR. Errors in the linkage process can arise from imperfect or missing identifiers, impacting the system's integrity. Therefore, it is important to evaluate the quality of the linkages created and evaluate the outcome of the linkage for ongoing public health surveillance. METHODS Although ACCESS data are deidentified, we created two gold-standard datasets where the true match status could be confirmed in order to compare against record linkage results arising from different approaches of the GRHANITE Linkage Tool. We reported sensitivity, specificity, and positive and negative predictive values where possible and estimated specificity by comparing a history of HIV and hepatitis C antibody results for linked EMRs. RESULTS Sensitivity ranged from 96% to 100%, and specificity was 100% when applying the GRHANITE Linkage Tool to a small gold-standard dataset of 3700 clinical medical records. Medical records in this dataset contained a very high level of data completeness by having the name, date of birth, post code, and Medicare number available for use in record linkage. In a larger gold-standard dataset containing 86,538 medical records across clinics and pathology services, with a lower level of data completeness, sensitivity ranged from 94% to 95% and estimated specificity ranged from 91% to 99% in 4 of the 6 different record linkage approaches. CONCLUSIONS This study's findings suggest that the GRHANITE Linkage Tool can be used to link deidentified patient records accurately and can be confidently used for public health surveillance in systems such as ACCESS.
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- Burnet Institute, Melbourne, Australia
- School of Population Health and Preventive Medicine, Monash University, Melbourne, Australia
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- Department of General Practice, HaBIC Research Technology Unit, Melbourne Medical School, University of Melbourne, Melbourne, Australia
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- Kirby Institute, University of New South Wales, Sydney, Australia
- Mailman School of Public Health, Columbia University, New York, NY, United States
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- Kirby Institute, University of New South Wales, Sydney, Australia
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- Kirby Institute, University of New South Wales, Sydney, Australia
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- Kirby Institute, University of New South Wales, Sydney, Australia
- Sydney Sexual Health Centre, Sydney, Australia
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- Burnet Institute, Melbourne, Australia
- School of Population Health and Preventive Medicine, Monash University, Melbourne, Australia
- Department of Infectious Diseases, The Alfred Hospital, Melbourne, Australia
- Doherty Institute and School of Population and Global Health, University of Melbourne, Melbourne, Australia
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- Burnet Institute, Melbourne, Australia
- School of Population Health and Preventive Medicine, Monash University, Melbourne, Australia
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O'Reilly SL, Leonard Y, Dasgupta K, Terkildsen Maindal H. Diabetes after pregnancy prevention trials: Systematic review for core outcome set development. MATERNAL AND CHILD NUTRITION 2020; 16:e12947. [PMID: 31943785 PMCID: PMC7296791 DOI: 10.1111/mcn.12947] [Citation(s) in RCA: 8] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.6] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/13/2019] [Revised: 12/04/2019] [Accepted: 12/15/2019] [Indexed: 01/24/2023]
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Diabetes prevention intervention studies in women with previous gestational diabetes have increased, but no consensus exists on core outcomes to support comparisons and synthesis of findings. We aimed to systematically catalogue outcomes in diabetes after pregnancy prevention interventions with the goal of developing a core outcome set. Embase, Medline, Cochrane Library, Cochrane Pregnancy and Childbirth Trials Register, and CINAHL were searched from inception to October 2017. Post‐partum lifestyle and diabetes screening intervention studies in women with previous gestational diabetes and/or their families were eligible. No limits were placed on intervention type, duration, or location. Two authors independently screened and performed data extraction on outcomes, measurement tools, and relevant study characteristics. We analysed data from 38 studies (29 randomised controlled trials and 9 pre–post intervention evaluations) comprising 12,509 participants. Most publications (80%) occurred between the years 2012 and 2017. Among 172 outcomes, we identified 36 outcome groups and classified them under three domains: health status (body weight, body composition, diabetes risk, cardiometabolic risk, diabetes development, mental health, pregnancy outcomes, and fitness), health behaviours (dietary, physical activity, diabetes screening, behaviour change, and breastfeeding), and intervention processes (implementation). The health status domain contained the most commonly reported outcomes, but measurement tools were very heterogeneous. Despite the recent explosion in diabetes after pregnancy prevention studies, large variation in outcomes and measurement methods exists. Research is needed to define a core outcome set to standardise diabetes after pregnancy prevention interventions. The core outcome set should engage a wide group of stakeholders to identify impactful indicators for future trials.
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- Sharleen L O'Reilly
- UCD Institute of Food and Health, School of Agriculture and Food Science, University College Dublin, Ireland.,School of Agriculture and Food Science, University College Dublin, Ireland
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- School of Agriculture and Food Science, University College Dublin, Ireland
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- Centre for Outcomes Research and Evaluation, Research Institute of the McGill University Health Centre, McGill University, Montreal, Quebec, Canada
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Dennison RA, Fox RA, Ward RJ, Griffin SJ, Usher‐Smith JA. Women's views on screening for Type 2 diabetes after gestational diabetes: a systematic review, qualitative synthesis and recommendations for increasing uptake. Diabet Med 2020; 37:29-43. [PMID: 31317569 PMCID: PMC6916174 DOI: 10.1111/dme.14081] [Citation(s) in RCA: 43] [Impact Index Per Article: 8.6] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Accepted: 07/12/2019] [Indexed: 12/16/2022]
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AIM Many women do not attend recommended glucose testing following a pregnancy affected by gestational diabetes (GDM). We aimed to synthesize the literature regarding the views and experiences of women with a history of GDM on postpartum glucose testing, focusing on barriers and facilitators to attendance. METHODS We systematically identified qualitative studies that examine women's experiences following GDM relating to glucose testing (diabetes screening) or experience of interventions to promote uptake of testing. We conducted a thematic synthesis to develop descriptive and then analytical themes, then developed recommendations to increase uptake based on the findings. We evaluated the quality of each study and the confidence that we had in the recommendations using published checklists. RESULTS We included 16 articles after screening 23 160 citations and 129 full texts. We identified four themes of influences relating to the healthcare system and personal factors that affected both ability and motivation to attend: relationship with health care, logistics of appointments and tests, family-related practicalities and concern about diabetes. We developed 10 recommendations addressing diabetes risk information and education, and changes to healthcare systems to promote increased attendance at screening in this population, most with high or moderate confidence. CONCLUSIONS We have identified a need to improve women's understanding about Type 2 diabetes and GDM, and to adjust healthcare provision during and after pregnancy to decrease barriers and increase motivation for testing. Encouraging higher uptake by incorporating these recommendations into practice will enable earlier management of diabetes and improve long-term outcomes.
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- R. A. Dennison
- Primary Care UnitDepartment of Public Health and Primary CareUniversity of CambridgeCambridgeUK
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- School of Clinical MedicineUniversity of CambridgeCambridgeUK
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- Primary Care UnitDepartment of Public Health and Primary CareUniversity of CambridgeCambridgeUK
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- Primary Care UnitDepartment of Public Health and Primary CareUniversity of CambridgeCambridgeUK
- MRC Epidemiology UnitUniversity of CambridgeCambridgeUK
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- Primary Care UnitDepartment of Public Health and Primary CareUniversity of CambridgeCambridgeUK
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Ahmadi M, Mirbagheri E. Designing Data Elements and Minimum Data Set (MDS) for Creating the Registry of Patients with Gestational Diabetes Mellitus. J Med Life 2019; 12:160-167. [PMID: 31406518 PMCID: PMC6685309 DOI: 10.25122/jml-2019-0011] [Citation(s) in RCA: 9] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/03/2022] Open
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The prevalence of gestational diabetes mellitus (GDM) is increasing in Iran. Collection of patients’ data is commonly conducted through using medical records. However, for providing a structured reporting based on the information needs, a minimum data set is a fast, inexpensive, and suitable method. For exchanging high-quality data between different healthcare centers and health monitoring organization, the data are required to be uniformly collected and registered. The present study aims at designing an MDS for creating the registry of GDM. The present study is an applied one, conducted in two stages, with a qualitative Delphi method in 2018. In the first stage of the study, it was attempted to extract the data elements of mothers with GDM, through reviewing the related studies and collecting these patients’ data from the medical records. Then, based on the results of the first stage, a questionnaire including demographic, clinical, and pharmaceutical data was distributed among 20 individuals including gynecologists, pharmacists, nurses, and midwives. The validity of the questionnaire was examined by a team of experts and its reliability was examined by using Cronbach’s alpha. Data analysis was conducted using descriptive statistics (frequency, percentage, and mean) and excel. An MDS of gestational diabetes mellitus was developed. This MDS divided into three categories: administrative, clinical, and pharmaceutical with 4, 18, and 2 sections and 35, 199, and 12 data elements, respectively. Determining the minimum data sets of GDM will be an effective step toward integrating and improving data management of patients with GDM. Moreover, it will be possible to store and retrieve the data related to these patients.
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- Maryam Ahmadi
- Department of Health Information Management, School of Management and Medical Information Sciences, University of Medical Sciences, Tehran, Iran
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- Department of Health Information Management, School of Management and Medical Information Sciences, University of Medical Sciences, Tehran, Iran
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Fahami R, Dhalwani N, Khunti K, Davies M, Seidu S. Postpartum monitoring of women with a history of gestational diabetes - A cross-sectional study of an inner-city population. Prim Care Diabetes 2019; 13:376-379. [PMID: 30583931 DOI: 10.1016/j.pcd.2018.11.010] [Citation(s) in RCA: 6] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/21/2018] [Revised: 11/10/2018] [Accepted: 11/15/2018] [Indexed: 12/20/2022]
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This was a cross-sectional analysis (1980-2017) in Leicester to examine the proportion of women with a history of gestational diabetes (GDM) who (a) attended the 13-week postpartum screening and (b) attended annual type 2 diabetes mellitus (T2DM) screening and assessed the association between screening rates and sociodemographic factors. We found that women with a history of GDM were not adequately screened for type 2 diabetes in primary care. 62% did not have postpartum screening and 84% did not have the recommended annual screening. A significant association was found between South Asian ethnicity and not being screened annually. These results emphasise the need for better targeted education of pregnant women about the risks of T2DM and the need for more research across the UK into the screening of women with a history of GDM and the potential for a national screening programme.
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- Radia Fahami
- Leicester Diabetes Centre, Gwendolen Road, Leicester LE5 4PW, United Kingdom.
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- Leicester Diabetes Centre, Gwendolen Road, Leicester LE5 4PW, United Kingdom.
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- Leicester Diabetes Centre, Gwendolen Road, Leicester LE5 4PW, United Kingdom.
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- Leicester Diabetes Centre, Gwendolen Road, Leicester LE5 4PW, United Kingdom.
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- Leicester Diabetes Centre, Gwendolen Road, Leicester LE5 4PW, United Kingdom.
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Nwose EU, Mogbusiaghan M, Bwititi PT, Adoh G, Agofure O, Igumbor EO. Barriers in determining prevalence of type 2 diabetes mellitus among postpartum GDM: The research and retraining needs of healthcare professionals. Diabetes Metab Syndr 2019; 13:2533-2539. [PMID: 31405673 DOI: 10.1016/j.dsx.2019.07.002] [Citation(s) in RCA: 4] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/03/2019] [Accepted: 07/08/2019] [Indexed: 11/20/2022]
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AIM A large percentage of gestational diabetes (GDM) are undiagnosed, and prevalence of postpartum type 2 diabetes (T2DM) is unknown, especially in developing countries. This study assessed barriers to GDM diagnosis and postpartum follow-up; to determine educational needs. MATERIALS AND METHODS This was a clinical observational study of records and procedures of antenatal services at two hospitals. Laboratory and medical records were reviewed for availability of data on anthropometrics, blood glucose, gestational age, urinalysis, and lipid profile for GDM register. Antenatal clinic protocol was observed for GDM diagnosis. BMI was derived and data were analyzed using SPSS version 20. RESULTS Critical barriers attributable to health systems included lack of screening for blood sugar as part of routine antenatal protocol, and lack of GDM registers at both facilities. There was 6.5% registration of pregnancies in first trimester, 22% pre-pregnancy obesity, and 2.6% high blood pressure. Positive glucosuria cases were not followed-up for GDM diagnosis. CONCLUSIONS There is neither concerted effort to diagnose GDM, nor systematic records of screening and postpartum follow-up. The gap in diabetology knowledge and practice calls for re-training of antenatal healthcare professionals. GDM screening checklist needs to be established and positive results entered into GDM registers for proper management during and after delivery.
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- E U Nwose
- School of Community Health, Charles Sturt University, Orange, Australia; Department of Public & Community Health, Novena University, Ogume, Nigeria.
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- Department of Public & Community Health, Novena University, Ogume, Nigeria
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- School of Biomedical Sciences, Charles Sturt University, Orange, Australia
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- Department of Public & Community Health, Novena University, Ogume, Nigeria
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- Department of Public & Community Health, Novena University, Ogume, Nigeria
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- Department of Public & Community Health, Novena University, Ogume, Nigeria
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O'Reilly SL, Dunbar JA, Best JD, Versace V, Ford D, Young D, Shih S, Bills R, Shepherdley W, Janus ED. GooD4Mum: A general practice-based quality improvement collaborative for diabetes prevention in women with previous gestational diabetes. Prim Care Diabetes 2019; 13:134-141. [PMID: 30448412 DOI: 10.1016/j.pcd.2018.10.006] [Citation(s) in RCA: 8] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/20/2017] [Revised: 10/11/2018] [Accepted: 10/22/2018] [Indexed: 10/27/2022]
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AIMS Gestational diabetes (GDM) and Type 2 diabetes pose tremendous health and economic burdens as worldwide incidence increases. Primary care-based systematic diabetes screening and prevention programs could be effective in women with previous GDM. GooD4Mum aimed to determine whether a Quality Improvement Collaborative (QIC) would improve postpartum diabetes screening and prevention planning in women with previous GDM in general practice. METHODS Fifteen general practices within Victoria (Australia) participated in a 12-month QIC, consisting of baseline and four quarterly audits, guideline-led workshops and Plan-Do-Study-Act feedback cycles after each audit. The primary outcome measures were the proportion of women on local GDM registers completing a diabetes screening test and a diabetes prevention planning consultation within the previous 15 months. RESULTS Diabetes screening increased with rates more than doubled from 26% to 61% and postpartum screening increased from 43%-60%. Diabetes prevention planning consultations did not show the same level of increase (0%-10%). The recording of body mass index improved overall (51%-69%) but the number of women with normal body mass index did not. CONCLUSIONS GooD4Mum supported increased diabetes screening and the monitoring of high risk women with previous GDM in general practice.
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- S L O'Reilly
- Institute of Physical Activity and Nutrition, Deakin University, 221 Burwood Highway, Burwood, VIC 3125, Australia.
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- Deakin Rural Health, School of Medicine, Faculty of Health, Deakin University, Warrnambool, VIC 3280, Australia.
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- Lee Kong Chian School of Medicine, Imperial College London and Nanyang Technological University, 11 Mandalay Road, 308232, Singapore.
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- Deakin Rural Health, School of Medicine, Faculty of Health, Deakin University, Warrnambool, VIC 3280, Australia.
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- Improvement Foundation, 8/19 Grenfell St, Adelaide, SA 5000, Australia.
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- Faculty of Medicine, Dentistry and Health Sciences, Building 181, University of Melbourne, Grattan Street, Melbourne, VIC 3010, Australia.
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- Centre for Population Health Research, Deakin University, 221 Burwood Highway, Burwood, VIC 3125, Australia.
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- Brooke Street Medical Centre, 14 Brooke Street, Woodend, VIC 3422, Australia.
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- Brooke Street Medical Centre, 14 Brooke Street, Woodend, VIC 3422, Australia.
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- General Internal Medicine Unit, Western Health, Sunshine Hospital, 176 Furlong Rd, St Albans, VIC 3021, Australia; Department of Medicine, Melbourne Medical School - Western Precinct, University of Melbourne, 176 Furlong Rd, St Albans, VIC 3021, Australia.
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Janus E, Dunbar J. Nomograms for incident risk of post-partum type 2 diabetes in Chinese women with gestational diabetes. Clin Endocrinol (Oxf) 2019; 90:415-416. [PMID: 30474200 DOI: 10.1111/cen.13904] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/20/2018] [Accepted: 11/20/2018] [Indexed: 11/28/2022]
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- Edward Janus
- General Internal Medicine Unit, Western Health, St Albans, Victoria, Australia
- Department of Medicine - Western Health, The University of Melbourne, Melbourne, Victoria, Australia
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- Deakin Rural Health, School of Medicine, Faculty of Health, Deakin University, Warrnambool, Victoria, Australia
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