Histomorphological changes of the placenta and umbilical cord in pregnancies complicated by gestational diabetes mellitus.

Introduction: The objective of this study was to compare the histomorphological changes of placenta and umbilical cord (UC), between gestational diabetes mellitus (GDM) and non- GDM pregnancies.

Methods: In this prospective study, 222 parturients were recruited (117 GDM and 105 non-GDM). GDM was confirmed at 24-28 weeks of gestation, using one-step strategy.

Gestational diabetes mellitus: the correlation between umbilical coiling index, and intrapartum as well as neonatal outcomes.

Objectives: The objective of this study was to investigate the relationship between the postnatal umbilical coiling index (pUCI), and intrapartum and neonatal outcomes in parturients with gestational diabetes mellitus (GDM) and non-GDM.

Methods: An evaluation of the umbilical cords and pUCI of 117 neonates of GDM and 105 of non-GDM parturients were prospectively studied within 24 h after delivery. Furthermore, obstetric history, intrapartum and neonatal data were recorded.