Diabetes - The Joslin Clinic Method (Hardcover)

A concise compilation of practical information for the clinical management of diabetic pregnancy, written by clinicians at the renowned Joslin Diabetes Center. This volume is divided into three major sections covering medical, obstetrical, and pediatric management, with additional chapters on pathophysiology and psychosocial management. Among the topics treated are respiratory distress syndrome, hypoglycemia, polycythemia, jaundice, macrosomia, and myocardial dysfunction. Also includes useful charts with guidelines for adjusting insulin doses, monitoring weight gain, and diet planning. Reviews fetal surveillance, fetal pulmonary maturity, and timing of delivery and discusses neonatal complications and their treatment.