Timing of Fetal Growth Acceleration in Women with Insulin-Dependent Diabetes

Abstract

Fetal growth acceleration is identifiable by ultrasound at about 24 weeks. 'Normal' parameters of glucose control during the 1st trimester and throughout pregnancy do not seem to be related to the growth potential of the LGA fetus of a diabetic mother. Fluctuations in glucose levels rather than basal levels are probably more determinant in fetal growth acceleration.