DOI: 10.36347/sajb.2017.v05i11.001

Pages: 778-784

Gestational Diabetes Mellitus is commonly recognized as a state of physiological and temporary insulin resistance. A gestational diabetes complicated pregnancy is still associated with a high perinatal risk with increased neonatal mortality and morbidity. Currently, the incidence of gestational diabetes is increasing with many complications for both mother and the child. This concept opens a new horizon for a study being conducted to get a more clear idea about this drastic effect and awareness. The review studies have recommended the importance of the screening and early management of gestational diabetes mellitus in preventing the adverse effects on mothers and fetuses. Also, studies are recommending increasing awareness about the risks of complications associated with gestational diabetes by education for pregnant women and families. This review will try to draw a picture about gestational diabetes mellitus and its complications.