Journal of Health Technology Assessment in Midwifery (May 2019)
NEONATAL HEALTH OUTCOME OF PREGNANT WOMEN WITH DIABETES MELLITUS
Abstract
Excessive fetal weight attracts attention because it increases perinatal and maternal morbidity and mortality. The prevalence of macrosomia worldwide has increased over the past 2 to 3 decades. This study aimed to determine Neonatal Health Outcome of Pregnant Women with Diabetes Mellitus. The design of this study was analytical with a case control approach. Data used to analyze the incidence of macrosomia based on secondary data from 2014-2018. From the research it can be concluded that diabetes mellitus in pregnancy has a significant relationship with the incidence of macrosomia.
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