“…Maternal age and BMI appear similar between users of CSII and MDI, though in many studies, those using CSII had pregestational DM for more years and higher rates of microvascular complications than those using MDI. In addition, 12 studies reported on tobacco use, 18,24,26,28,30,32,[35][36][37]41,50,55 four studies reported on preconception folic acid intake, 24,26,28,56 six studies reported on individuals having a history of diabetic neuropathy, 26,28,42,46,52,45 two studies reported on need for hospitalization for glycemic control, 22,26 seven studies reported on change in hemoglobin A1c from the first to third trimester, 27,28,42,45,46,48,55 and four studies reported on the change in daily insulin dose from the first to third trimester. 18,21,36,55 Tables 2 and 3 detail obstetric outcomes and other outcomes related to neonatal size (eg, birthweight, SGA, LGA, macrosomia, and shoulder dystocia) according to insulin administration modality, with 32 studies reporting on frequency of CD as the primary maternal outcome of interest.…”