Full Description
Written in association with the Federation of Obstetric and Gynaecological Societies of India (FOGSI), and with contributions from a multitude of recognised experts led by FOGSI (2025-2026) president Sunita Tandulwadkar; the Ethical Evidence-based Recommendations (EEBR) series provides clinicians with the latest updates and advances in the field, with each book focusing on a different subspecialty.
Hyperglycaemia (high blood sugar) occurs when the level of sugar in the blood is too high. Gestational diabetes is high blood sugar that develops during pregnancy and usually disappears after birth. It can happen at any stage of pregnancy, but is more common in the second or third trimester. It occurs when a woman's body cannot produce enough insulin, the hormone which controls blood sugar levels. The condition can cause problems for both mother and baby, but the risks can be reduced if it is detected early and well managed.
This book addresses all aspects of hyperglycaemia in pregnancy (HIP), beginning with essential definitions, classification, and epidemiology, clarifying the scope and significance of HIP and providing practitioners with a clear understanding of its prevalence and implications for maternal and foetal health. Recognising the importance of effective management, the text also examines pre-conceptional optimisation, an often overlooked, but vital step to ensure a healthier pregnancy by stabilising blood sugar levels prior to conception.
Other titles in the series include:
Antenatal Fetal Surveillance
Endometriosis
Fibroids
Genetics in Obstetrics and Gynecology
Hypertensive Disorders of Pregnancy
Induction of Labor
Polycystic Ovary Syndrome
Postpartum Hemorrhage
Preterm Labor
Contents
1. Definition, Classification, and Epidemiology of Hyperglycemia in Pregnancy
2. Preconceptional Optimization
3. Testing for Gestational Diabetes Mellitus
4. Management of Gestational Diabetes Mellitus
5. Medical Management of Types 1 and 2 Diabetes in Pregnancy
6. Obstetrical Management of Hyperglycemia in Pregnancy
7. Neonatal Perspectives in the Management of Gestational Diabetes Mellitus
8. Postpartum Management (Short-term and Long-term Care) in Hyperglycemia in Pregnancy
9. Contraceptive Choices in Hyperglycemia in Pregnancy
10. Complications of Hyperglycemia in Pregnancy
