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View article: The psychosocial impact of endometriosis on South Indian women: a qualitative study
The psychosocial impact of endometriosis on South Indian women: a qualitative study Open
Background Endometriosis affects an estimated 10% of reproductive-aged women globally, yet remains underdiagnosed and poorly understood, particularly in low- and middle-income settings. In South India, sociocultural expectations surroundin…
View article: The Use of Continuous Glucose Monitoring in Comparison to Self-Monitoring of Blood Glucose in Gestational Diabetes: A Systematic Review
The Use of Continuous Glucose Monitoring in Comparison to Self-Monitoring of Blood Glucose in Gestational Diabetes: A Systematic Review Open
Background: Continuous glucose monitoring (CGM) has emerged as an important tool for managing gestational diabetes mellitus (GDM), offering real-time glucose data and the potential for improved glycemic control. Unlike traditional self-mon…
View article: First-trimester DNA Methylome profiling identifies novel predictors for gestational diabetes mellitus in Indian women
First-trimester DNA Methylome profiling identifies novel predictors for gestational diabetes mellitus in Indian women Open
Gestational diabetes mellitus (GDM) poses significant health risks for both mothers and offspring, necessitating early detection strategies. We aimed to identify specific DNA methylation signatures in early pregnancy to enhance GDM predict…
View article: Accurate birth weight prediction from fetal biometry using the Gompertz model
Accurate birth weight prediction from fetal biometry using the Gompertz model Open
View article: Early pregnancy HbA1c as the first screening test for gestational diabetes: results from three prospective cohorts
Early pregnancy HbA1c as the first screening test for gestational diabetes: results from three prospective cohorts Open
UK Medical Research Council and the Indian Department of Biotechnology.
View article: Association Between Immediate Treatment of Early Gestational Diabetes Mellitus and Breastfeeding Outcomes: Findings From the TOBOGM Study
Association Between Immediate Treatment of Early Gestational Diabetes Mellitus and Breastfeeding Outcomes: Findings From the TOBOGM Study Open
View article: Vulnerabilities and reparative strategies during pregnancy, childbirth, and the postpartum period: moving from rhetoric to action
Vulnerabilities and reparative strategies during pregnancy, childbirth, and the postpartum period: moving from rhetoric to action Open
Maternal outcomes throughout pregnancy, childbirth, and the postnatal period are influenced by interlinked and interdependent vulnerabilities. A comprehensive understanding of how various threats and barriers affect maternal and perinatal …
View article: Effects of treating subclinical hypothyroidism in pregnancy in India: Are we treating too many for little gain? A retrospective cohort study
Effects of treating subclinical hypothyroidism in pregnancy in India: Are we treating too many for little gain? A retrospective cohort study Open
Objective To assess the impact of treatment of subclinical hypothyroidism (SCH) on short‐term pregnancy outcomes. Method Data from 4526 consecutive women with singleton pregnancies who delivered between January 2015 and December 2017 were …
View article: A predictive model of a growing fetus
A predictive model of a growing fetus Open
Fetal growth is monitored periodically during pregnancy via ultrasound measurements of fetal dimensions such as femur length (FL), head circumference (HC), abdominal circumference (AC), and biparietal diameter (BPD). Multiple growth standa…
View article: Uptake, Engagement and Acceptance, Barriers and Facilitators of a Text Messaging Intervention for Postnatal Care of Mother and Child in India—A Mixed Methods Feasibility Study
Uptake, Engagement and Acceptance, Barriers and Facilitators of a Text Messaging Intervention for Postnatal Care of Mother and Child in India—A Mixed Methods Feasibility Study Open
This study aimed to test the feasibility and to identify barriers and facilitators towards adherence of a text messaging intervention for postnatal care in India. Mixed methods research involving both quantitative and qualitative methods w…
View article: Management of Gestational Diabetes Mellitus with Medical Nutrition Therapy
Management of Gestational Diabetes Mellitus with Medical Nutrition Therapy Open
Gestational diabetes mellitus (GDM) also referred to as hyperglycemia during pregnancy is posing to be a big health concern for women and is emerging as a major public health problem in India. Early diagnosis and tight glycemic control dur…
View article: Levonorgestrel Intrauterine System for Contraception: An Expert Panel Consensus Statement
Levonorgestrel Intrauterine System for Contraception: An Expert Panel Consensus Statement Open
Aim The primary objective of this consensus document is to develop evidence-based consensus recommendations on the use of the levonorgestrel-releasing intrauterine system (LNG-IUS) for contraception in the Indian setting. Background The un…
View article: COVID-19 Related Anxiety and Concerns Expressed by Pregnant and Postpartum Women- a Survey Among Obstetricians
COVID-19 Related Anxiety and Concerns Expressed by Pregnant and Postpartum Women- a Survey Among Obstetricians Open
This paper from India describes anxieties that pregnant and postpartum women reported to obstetricians during the COVID-19 pandemic. Of the 118 obstetricians who responded to an online survey, most had been contacted for concerns about hos…