A randomized controlled trial of probiotics to prevent gestational diabetes. [ 2012 - 2016 ]

Research Grant

Researchers: Prof Leonie Callaway (Principal investigator) ,  Dr Chris Mcsweeney ,  Dr Jacinta Tobin ,  Dr Marloes Dekker ,  Dr Shelley Wilkinson
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Brief description Gestational diabetes mellitus is increasing rapidly in parallel with the rise in overweight and obesity in the obstetric population. Intestinal microbes differ between obese and non-obese people. In the non-pregnant population there is evidence suggesting probiotics supplementation benefits the metabolic and inflammatory milieu of the host. We propose a randomised placebo controlled trial of probiotics for prevention of gestational diabetes and improve pregnancy outcome for mother and baby.

Funding Amount $AUD 857,819.11

Funding Scheme Project Grants

Notes Standard Project Grant