A practical manual of diabetes in pregnancy

Edited and authored by international experts, A Practical Manualof Diabetes in Pregnancy presents multi-disciplinaryevidence-based guidance relevant for all those caring for womenwith pre-existing or gestational diabetes. Divided into five sections, the book covers everything frompreconception to postnatal care, as well as detailing the risksassociated with diabetic pregnancy and the long term implicationsfor the mother and baby: * Epidemiology and pathophysiology * Impaired glucose tolerance and gestational diabetes * Prepregnancy and pregnancy care * Complications in pregnancy * Delivery and post delivery care This practical resource contains treatment recommendations basedon the latest research to ensure pregnant women with diabetesreceive the best possible care.