Global Diagnostic Criteria for Gestational Diabetes Mellitus: A Scoping Review Protocol to Inform Policy in Malaysia
https://doi.org/10.15605/jafes.041.S1
- Author:
Siti Sarah Hamzah
1
;
Shazana Rifham Abdullah
1
;
Nur Zati Iwani Ahmad Kamil
1
;
Liyana Ahmad Zamri
1
;
Nur Azlin Zainal Abidin
1
;
Sharifah Nortasya Sayed
1
;
Muhamad Kamarudin
1
Author Information
1. Institute for Medical Research (IMR)
- Publication Type:Journal Article
- MeSH:
Diabetes, Gestational;
Malaysia;
Policy;
Review Literature as Topic
- From:
Journal of the ASEAN Federation of Endocrine Societies
2026;41(S1):47-48
- CountryPhilippines
- Language:English
-
Abstract:
Introduction:Gestational diabetes mellitus (GDM) is a common pregnancy complication associated with adverse maternal and
neonatal outcomes, including hypertensive disorders,
caesarean delivery, macrosomia, and increased lifetime
risk of type 2 diabetes. Despite its clinical importance,
considerable international variation exists in GDM
screening and diagnostic criteria. Multiple frameworks are currently used, including those from the World Health
Organization (WHO), International Association of Diabetes
and Pregnancy Study Groups, Carpenter and Coustan, and
the National Diabetes Data Group. Differences in glucose
thresholds, testing protocols (one-step versus two-step),
and universal versus risk-based screening contribute
to heterogeneity in reported prevalence and healthcare
burden. In multi-ethnic, middle-income settings such as
Malaysia, identifying an evidence-informed and contextappropriate diagnostic approach is critical.
Methodology:This scoping review follows the Joanna Briggs Institute
methodology and will be reported in accordance with the
PRISMA Extension for Scoping Reviews (PRISMA-ScR).
PubMed, Scopus, and ScienceDirect will be searched for
English-language studies, reviews, guidelines, and consensus statements reporting GDM diagnostic criteria. Two
reviewers will independently screen and select studies.
Results:Data will be charted on country, study type, diagnostic
criteria, gestational age at screening, and reported
challenges. Findings will be synthesized descriptively and
presented in tables and figures. No formal risk-of-bias
assessment will be conducted.
Conclusion:This review will provide a comprehensive overview of
global diagnostic practices, highlight variations and gaps,
and support evidence-based selection of a suitable GDM
screening and diagnostic strategy for Malaysia.
- Full text:2026073011333331935EP_A051.pdf
