Preexisting Diabetes and Pregnancy: An Endocrine Society and European Society of Endocrinology Joint Clinical Practice Guideline - Takeaways - MDSpire

Preexisting Diabetes and Pregnancy: An Endocrine Society and European Society of Endocrinology Joint Clinical Practice Guideline

  • By

  • Jennifer A Wyckoff

  • Annunziata Lapolla

  • Bernadette D Asias-Dinh

  • Linda A Barbour

  • Florence M Brown

  • Patrick M Catalano

  • Rosa Corcoy

  • Gian Carlo Di Renzo

  • Nancy Drobycki

  • Alexandra Kautzky-Willer

  • M Hassan Murad

  • Melanie Stephenson-Gray

  • Adam G Tabák

  • Emily Weatherup

  • Chloe Zera

  • Naykky Singh-Ospina

  • July 13, 2025

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    Preexisting diabetes increases maternal and perinatal risks, necessitating strict glycemic control before and during pregnancy.

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    Preconception care significantly reduces congenital malformations and adverse outcomes, yet is underutilized among individuals with diabetes.

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    The guidelines recommend screening for pregnancy intention at every healthcare visit for individuals with diabetes to improve outcomes.

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    Continuous glucose monitoring is suggested for pregnant individuals with type 2 diabetes to enhance glycemic control and reduce adverse outcomes.

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    Postpartum endocrine care is recommended for individuals with preexisting diabetes to support diabetes management and improve future pregnancy outcomes.

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