Screening of Gestational Diabetes and Hypertension Among Antenatal Women in Rural West India

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Viral R. Dave
Bhavik M. Rana
Kantibhai N. Sonaliya
Suraj J. Chandwani
Samkit V. Sharma
Swati O. Khatri
Khalid M. Shaikh
Farida M. Hathiari

Abstract

Background: Hypertension and gestational diabetes are among the leading causes of maternal and perinatal mortality, especially in rural areas of developing countries with meager health facilities. With early diagnosis and timely treatment, these adverse events can be decreased. The primary aim of this study was to implement a screening program for gestational diabetes and hypertension, and to assess risk factors associated with these conditions among antenatal women in the rural area of the Gujarat province in India.

Methods: A cross–sectional study was conducted at one of the rural areas of Gujarat province in India. Following a random  cluster sampling procedure, the village of Davas was selected. A multistage random sampling method was utilized, resulting in a sample of 346 antenatal women. Screening guidelines from the American Diabetes Association were followed for gestational diabetes screening.

Results: The majority of antenatal mothers (55.50%) were between 21-25 years of age. 242 antenatal women were multigravida, and among them, 85.96% had institutional delivery at their last pregnancy. Of the total 346 women, 17.60% were prehypertensive. The prevalence of systolic hypertension was 1.40%, diastolic hypertension was 0.90%, and gestational diabetes was 1.73%.

Conclusion: Socioeconomically upper class, a family history of hypertension, and BMI ? 25 were strong risk factors for hypertension during pregnancy and gestational diabetes. Health education should be made readily available to antenatal mothers by paramedical workers regarding symptoms of hypertension and gestational diabetes mellitus for early self identification.

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Dave, V. R., Rana, B. M., Sonaliya, K. N., Chandwani, S. J., Sharma, S. V., Khatri, S. O., Shaikh, K. M., & Hathiari, F. M. (2014). Screening of Gestational Diabetes and Hypertension Among Antenatal Women in Rural West India. Central Asian Journal of Global Health, 3(1). https://doi.org/10.5195/cajgh.2014.140
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Author Biographies

Viral R. Dave, Community Medicine Department, Gujarat Cancer Society (GCS) Medical College, Ahmedabad, Gujarat

Assistant Professor,

Community Medicine Department,

GCS Medical College Hospital & Research Centre
Opp DRM Office, Near Chamunda Bridge
Naroda Road,
Ahmedabad - Gujarat
India

Bhavik M. Rana, Community Medicine Department, Gujarat Cancer Society (GCS) Medical College, Ahmedabad, Gujarat

Assistant Professor,

Community Medicine Department,

GCS Medical College Hospital & Research Centre
Opp DRM Office, Near Chamunda Bridge
Naroda Road,
Ahmedabad - Gujarat
India

Kantibhai N. Sonaliya, Community Medicine Department, Gujarat Cancer Society (GCS) Medical College, Ahmedabad, Gujarat

Professor,

Community Medicine Department,

GCS Medical College Hospital & Research Centre
Opp DRM Office, Near Chamunda Bridge
Naroda Road,
Ahmedabad - Gujarat
India

Suraj J. Chandwani, Gujarat Cancer Society (GCS) Medical College Hospital & Research Centre, Ahmedabad, Gujarat

MBBS Student

GCS Medical College Hospital & Research Centre
Opp DRM Office, Near Chamunda Bridge
Naroda Road,
Ahmedabad - Gujarat
India

Samkit V. Sharma, Gujarat Cancer Society (GCS) Medical College Hospital & Research Centre, Ahmedabad, Gujarat

MBBS Student

GCS Medical College Hospital & Research Centre
Opp DRM Office, Near Chamunda Bridge
Naroda Road,
Ahmedabad - Gujarat
India

Swati O. Khatri, Gujarat Cancer Society (GCS) Medical College Hospital & Research Centre, Ahmedabad, Gujarat

MBBS Student

GCS Medical College Hospital & Research Centre
Opp DRM Office, Near Chamunda Bridge
Naroda Road,
Ahmedabad - Gujarat
India

Khalid M. Shaikh, Gujarat Cancer Society (GCS) Medical College Hospital & Research Centre, Ahmedabad, Gujarat

MBBS Student

GCS Medical College Hospital & Research Centre
Opp DRM Office, Near Chamunda Bridge
Naroda Road,
Ahmedabad - Gujarat
India

Farida M. Hathiari, Gujarat Cancer Society (GCS) Medical College Hospital & Research Centre, Ahmedabad, Gujarat

MBBS Student

GCS Medical College Hospital & Research Centre
Opp DRM Office, Near Chamunda Bridge
Naroda Road,
Ahmedabad - Gujarat
India

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