The role of continuous glucose monitoring in clinical decision-making in diabetes in pregnancy

Abstract

Background: The continuous glucose monitoring system (CGMS) is a novel tool to assess 24-h glucose fluctuations. In pregnancies complicated by diabetes, where excellent glucose control is desired to improve maternal and fetal outcomes, CGMS may have a role in fine-tuning management. Aims: To assess the usefulness of CGMS in pregnant women with diabetes for medical decision-making and to evaluate patient tolerability and perception of usefulness. Methods: Pregnant women with diabetes at the Werribee Mercy Hospital were offered CGMS in the setting of their standard diabetes care. Treating clinicians were asked if the CGMS altered management decisions from those based on conventional glucose mo..