1. Preconception planning: are we making progress?
- Author
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Charron-Prochownik D, Hannan MF, Fischl AR, and Slocum JM
- Subjects
- Family Planning Services statistics & numerical data, Female, Humans, Male, Preconception Care statistics & numerical data, Pregnancy, Pregnancy in Diabetics metabolism, Pregnancy in Diabetics physiopathology, Family Planning Services methods, Preconception Care methods, Pregnancy in Diabetics prevention & control
- Abstract
According to the American Diabetes Association, unplanned pregnancies in women with diabetes could lead to abnormal metabolic control, which causes fetal and maternal complications. Preconception planning can decrease these risks. This article reports on the progress in preconception planning over the past 2 years.
- Published
- 2008
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