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The most common cause of macrosomia is diabetes in the mother. Macrosomia can lead to injury during birth and a greater chance of a cesarean delivery (C-section).
Macrosomia refers to a very large body size. It is often used to describe an oversized fetus.
Katarzyna Cyganek practices practicing medicine in Krakow, Poland. Ms. Cyganek is rated as an Elite expert by MediFind in the treatment of Macrosomia. She is also highly rated in 3 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Macrosomia, Type 1 Diabetes (T1D), Gestational Diabetes, and COVID-19.
St. Christopher's Pediatric Associates Neonatology - E. Erie Avenue
Soumini Chintala is a Neonatologist and a Pediatrics provider practicing medicine in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. Dr. Chintala is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Macrosomia. She is also highly rated in 1 other condition, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Gastroschisis, Macrosomia, Congenital Syphilis, and Patent Ductus Arteriosus. Dr. Chintala is board certified in American Board Of Pediatrics.
Joseph G. Ouzounian, MD Private Practice
Provide professional, friendly, and compassionate care. Dr. Ouzounian is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Macrosomia. He is also highly rated in 12 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Placenta Previa, Macrosomia, Placental Insufficiency, Hysterectomy, and Tubal Ligation. Dr. Ouzounian is board certified in OB & Gyn (Sub: Maternal And Fetal Medicine) and Obstetrics & Gynecology. Dr. Ouzounian is currently accepting new patients.
Summary: Gestational diabetes mellitus (GDM) increases the risk of macrosomia and other adverse pregnancy outcomes. Screening strategies are debated: universal vs. selective, and macrosomia may begin before the time of screening, suggesting that glycation markers may have an interest. The objective of this trail is to compare novel markers: skin autofluorescence and glycated albumin, to HbA1c (reference) a...
Published Date: October 01, 2025
Published By: Charles I. Schwartz, MD, FAAP, Clinical Assistant Professor of Pediatrics, Regional Medical Director of Penn Medicine Primary and Specialty Care, Perelman School of Medicine at the University of Pennsylvania, General Pediatrician at PennCare for Kids, Phoenixville, PA. Also reviewed by David C. Dugdale, MD, Medical Director, Brenda Conaway, Editorial Director, and the A.D.A.M. Editorial team.
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