Publications by authors named "Chatdao Sutjarit"
J Med Assoc Thai
October 2004
Article Synopsis
- The study aimed to assess the prevalence of gestational diabetes mellitus (GDM) among pregnant women screened with the glucose challenge test (GCT) at Maharaj Nakorn Chiang Mai Hospital from October 2001 to December 2002.
- Out of 1000 pregnant women, 411 underwent GCT testing, revealing a 7.05% prevalence of GDM, with specific risk factors including advanced maternal age and family history of diabetes.
- The study highlighted the sensitivity and low predictive value of GCT, along with various pregnancy outcomes, emphasizing the need for selective screening in high-risk pregnancies.
