Summary:
In pregnant women with gestational diabetes mellitus (GDM), continuous glucose monitoring (CGM) significantly improved glycemic control and management compared to self-monitoring of blood glucose (SMBG), though it was associated with some technical difficulties and device-related discomfort.
| PICO | Description |
|---|---|
| Population | Pregnant women diagnosed with gestational diabetes mellitus (GDM) in Switzerland. |
| Intervention | Use of continuous glucose monitoring (CGM) devices for real-time glucose tracking during pregnancy. |
| Comparison | Standard self-monitoring of blood glucose (SMBG) through intermittent finger-prick testing. |
| Outcome | Continuous glucose monitoring led to significantly better glycemic control, more timely therapeutic adjustments, and improved pregnancy outcomes compared to SMBG, but was associated with increased reports of device-related discomfort and occasional technical issues. |
Source: Amylidi-Mohr, Sofia, et al. “Continuous Glucose Monitoring in the Management of Gestational Diabetes in Switzerland (DipGluMo): An Open-Label, Single-Centre, Randomized, Controlled Trial.” Read article here.
