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Effect of pregnancy on glucose level and cardiovascular parameters in the various trimesters and babies weight at deliver

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Clement Ekhator, Oseni Oyakhire, Ukponahiunsi L and Koko K

Ambrose Alli University, Nigeria
St. Philomena catholic Hospital, Nigeria

Scientific Tracks Abstracts: Health Care Curr Rev

Abstract:

Pregnancy is associated with significant change in the functions of normal pancreas, Liver and the cardiovascular system. Although the precise mechanisms underlying these various alterations are not clear in every case, their recognition is essential for a proper clinical evaluation of their enhanced functions during pregnancy. This study was therefore undertaken to determine blood glucose level and cardiovascular parameters in the three trimesters of pregnancy among women in Benin City, Nigeria, since there have not been such studies in this part of the world. This was a prospective cohort study, in which fifty blood samples were collected at each mid trimester of pregnancy. Controls were age-matched non-pregnant women. Blood glucose was determined using glucose oxidase kit. Data was analyzed using ANOVA, and p≤ 0.05 was considered statistically significant. The results showed that glucose concentration was significantly higher in pregnant women than the control group, and it was highest in the third trimester of pregnancy. In conclusion, glucose production is increased from the onset of pregnancy to the last trimester Key words: Pregnancy, Blood Glucose Level, Trimesters, Weight.

Biography :

Clement Ekhator is a senior lecturer in Human Physiology department, College of Medicine Ambrose Alli University. He is a Research fellow and physician at St. Philomena Catholic Hospital for preventive and treatment of chronic disease. He is an endocrinologist, reproductive health and public health expert. He has engaged in over 24 research projects, the latest being hormonal changes and bone mineral in post-menopausal women. His research areas include endocrinology, reproduction, public health and medicine.