What is immediate postpartum OGTT studying for gestational diabetes?

This study is investigating whether doing a glucose tolerance test immediately after delivery improves postpartum diabetes screening rates compared to the standard test done 4-12 weeks later. It also evaluates patient views on cardiovascular health counseling after gestational diabetes. The research is sponsored by Ohio State University and aims to improve care for people who had gestational diabetes.

Who may be eligible for this gestational diabetes clinical trial?

Women aged 18 or older who were diagnosed with gestational diabetes during pregnancy and can speak English or Spanish may be eligible. They must receive prenatal and postpartum care at Ohio State University. People who cannot tolerate the glucose test or do not speak English or Spanish are not eligible. Please review eligibility criteria for more details.

Is there any cost to participate in this gestational diabetes clinical trial?

Study-related care, including the study tests and all trial visits, is provided at no cost. However, personal travel expenses may vary and are not guaranteed to be covered. Participants should plan accordingly for any travel or related costs.

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Age: 18Years +

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A Randomized Controlled Trial of Diabetes Screening Immediately Postpartum DIP - Follow up Study Patient Perspectives on Postpartum Interventions to Improve Future Maternal Cardiovascular Health After Gestational Diabetes PP CARE

Led by Ohio State University · Updated on 2025-11-24

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What this Trial Is About

Researchers are evaluating postpartum diabetes screening methods and cardiovascular health counseling for individuals who experienced gestational diabetes during pregnancy. The study compares immediate inpatient postpartum oral glucose tolerance testing OGTT before hospital discharge to the current standard outpatient OGTT performed 4-12 weeks after delivery. Additionally, the study explores patient perspectives on postpartum cardiovascular health counseling and risk reduction, including social and structural factors that affect health outcomes. This research is conducted to address the increased risk of type 2 diabetes and cardiovascular disease in this population and to improve postpartum care. The trial includes two study groups one receiving an immediate inpatient 2-hour OGTT before discharge, and the other receiving the standard 4-12 week outpatient OGTT. Eligible participants are individuals aged 18 or older, diagnosed with gestational diabetes during pregnancy, and receiving prenatal and postpartum care at the study site. A follow-up phase involves surveys and qualitative assessments between 12 and 24 months postpartum to evaluate barriers and facilitators of cardiovascular health counseling and wellness interventions. Participants will undergo diabetes screening either immediately postpartum or during the standard postpartum visit, with data collected on screening rates up to 12 weeks after delivery. Patient-reported outcomes on cardiovascular health counseling will be gathered within 12 months postpartum, while patient perspectives on postpartum interventions will be assessed between 12 and 24 months postpartum. The study measures include diabetes screening rates, cardiovascular counseling experiences, lifestyle changes, primary care visits, and diabetes treatment satisfaction. This research helps identify ways to improve postpartum screening and cardiovascular health management for individuals with gestational diabetes.

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Brief Title

A Randomized Controlled Trial of Diabetes Screening Immediately Postpartum (DIP) and Follow Up PP CARE

Who Can Participate

Age: 18Years +

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Eligibility Criteria

You may qualify if you...

Immediately postpartum individuals during their delivery hospital admission
18 years old or older with the ability to give informed consent
Diagnosed with gestational diabetes during pregnancy by elevated glucose tests and provider documentation
English or Spanish speaking
Receiving prenatal and postpartum care at Ohio State University

You will not qualify if you...

Cannot tolerate a 2-hour oral glucose tolerance test (e.g., history of gastric bypass)
Not English or Spanish speaking
For PP CARE follow-up, Spanish speaking participants are excluded due to study team language limitations

Research Team

Kartik Venkatesh, MD, PhD

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