Endocrine Abstracts

Introduction: Gestational diabetes (GDM) has been shown to cause adverse fetal outcomes including macrosomia, shoulder dystocia and stillbirth. The multinational Hyperglycaemia and Pregnancy Outcome (HAPO) Study has shown there is a linear relationship between OGTT result and fetal growth. Investigating epidemiological risk factors is essential to ensure appropriate high-risk groups are being screened.Methods and materials: A retrospective case note revi...