Summary:
In women with gestational diabetes mellitus (GDM), a lifestyle intervention based on the medical internet of things significantly improved compliance and self-management, metabolic status (blood glucose and lipids), and pregnancy outcomes compared to usual care without the use of the medical internet of things, though it was associated with no reported significant side effects.
| PICO | Description |
|---|---|
| Population | Women diagnosed with gestational diabetes mellitus (GDM). |
| Intervention | Lifestyle intervention incorporating the medical internet of things to enhance self-management and compliance. |
| Comparison | Usual care without the support of the medical internet of things. |
| Outcome | Improved compliance and effectiveness in self-management, better metabolic outcomes in terms of blood glucose and lipids in late pregnancy, and enhanced pregnancy outcomes. No significant adverse effects were reported. |
Source: Wen, Jiying, et al. “Evaluation of a lifestyle intervention for women with gestational diabetes mellitus based on the medical internet of things: a randomized controlled trial with mid-sample verification.” BMC Pregnancy and Childbirth. Read article here.
