Gestational Diabetes Mellitus (GDM)
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What is a recommended first-line investigation for adenomyosis?

  • Transvaginal ultrasound (correct)
  • CT scan of the pelvis
  • Pap smear
  • Hysterosalpingography
  • Which congenital infection is most common in the UK?

  • VSV
  • HSV
  • Cytomegalovirus (correct)
  • Toxoplasmosis
  • What is a feature of cytomegalovirus infection in neonates?

  • Erythematous skin lesions
  • Hepatomegaly (correct)
  • High birth weight
  • Normal hearing
  • What is a management option for toxoplasmosis during pregnancy?

    <p>Sulphadiazine/pyrimethamine alternating with spiramycin</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which congenital infection can cause sensorineural deafness in neonates?

    <p>Cytomegalovirus</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a potential definitive treatment for adenomyosis?

    <p>Hysterectomy</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the definition of gestational diabetes mellitus (GDM)?

    <p>Hyperglycaemia in pregnancy that is below diagnostic thresholds for diabetes</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which factor increases during pregnancy leading to insulin resistance?

    <p>Insulin action resistance</p> Signup and view all the answers

    When should women be offered a 75g 2-hour oral glucose tolerance test (OGTT)?

    <p>At 24-28 weeks of gestation</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is a risk factor for developing gestational diabetes?

    <p>Previous GDM</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How should gestational diabetes be diagnosed?

    <p>With a fasting plasma glucose &gt;5.6 mmol/L</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is recommended for the management of gestational diabetes?

    <p>Regular review in a joint diabetes and antenatal clinic within a week</p> Signup and view all the answers

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