Introduction
Gestational diabetes mellitus (GDM) is a form of glucose intolerance first recognized during pregnancy, affecting a significant number of women worldwide. Its presence can complicate pregnancies and lead to adverse outcomes for both mother and child. Concurrently, body mass index (BMI) changes between pregnancies have been identified as a critical factor influencing maternal health and pregnancy outcomes. This retrospective cohort study explores the economic implications of GDM and BMI changes between consecutive pregnancies by examining their association with hospital length of stay (LOS) and related birthing costs.
