Preconception care for women with diabetes.
Diabetes mellitus is one of the commonest pre-existing medical disorders complicating pregnancy in the UK. Having either type 1 or type 2 diabetes increases the likelihood of poor pregnancy outcomes. Here we review specific advice women with diabetes should receive before conception to help reduce such risks.
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