a woman with a history of gestational diabetes should have an oral glucose tolerance test 6-12 weeks post-delivery (1,2)
there is an increased risk of development of type 2 diabetes in this group of patients (see linked item). Annual fasting glucose levels should be undertaken to screen for development of type 2 diabetes
Reference:
Personal Communication. Dr Aresh Anwar, Consultant Diabetologist, Coventry Teaching Primary Care Trust (March 2006).
Diabetes UK. Recommendations for the management of pregnant women with diabetes (including gestational diabetes). 2003.
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