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  • Self-monitoring of blood glucose (SMBG) is crucial for managing gestational diabetes mellitus (GDM), and this study analyzes its correlation with fetal overgrowth, particularly in infants classified as large for gestational age (LGA).
  • Conducted in Sweden with a sample of 879 GDM pregnancies, the study measured glucose levels and established treatment goals, while also considering various maternal factors influencing LGA outcomes.
  • Results indicated that higher average glucose levels and fewer readings within target ranges significantly predicted LGA, with mean fasting glucose showing the strongest link and specific thresholds for predicting LGA outlined.
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Background: The growing adoption of continuous quality improvement (CQI) initiatives in healthcare has generated a surge in research interest to gain a deeper understanding of CQI. However, comprehensive evidence regarding the diverse facets of CQI in healthcare has been limited. Our review sought to comprehensively grasp the conceptualization and principles of CQI, explore existing models and tools, analyze barriers and facilitators, and investigate its overall impacts.

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