Treatment Choice for T2DM in Obese Teens Tied to Later Kidney Disease Risk
Odds of diabetic kidney disease higher in obese teens receiving medical therapy vs bariatric surgery for T2DM.
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Diagnosis of Treatment-Resistant Hypertension Predicts Mortality Outcomes in T2D
For patients with type 2 diabetes, apparent treatment-resistant hypertension increases risk for cardiovascular events and mortality.
Type 2 Diabetes Linked to Higher Risk for Vertebral Fractures
Patients with both T2DM, previous vertebral fracture have twofold risk for incident nonvertebral fracture.
In T2DM Patients, Anemia Tied to Diabetic Retinopathy
In patients with type 2 diabetes mellitus, anemia is associated with the development of diabetic retinopathy.
Weight Loss Maintenance Important for Cardiometabolic Risk Control in T2D
A larger percentage of weight loss regained after an intensive lifestyle intervention was positively associated with certain cardiometabolic risk factors in type 2 diabetes.
Patients With T2DM Who Have Flu More Likely to Be Hospitalized
Mortality risk for flu-related hospitalizations lower for those with vs without type 2 diabetes.
SGLT2 Inhibitors Protect Against Kidney Disease in T2DM
Reduction seen for risk of dialysis, transplantation, or death due to kidney disease.
Type 2 Diabetes Prevalent Among People Living With HIV
Approximately 1 in 5 people with HIV also has prevalent DM, and control of hemoglobin A1c levels in these patients may have a beneficial effect on CD4 counts.
How Does Health Status Affect Insulin Use in Older Individuals With Type 2 Diabetes?
Among older individuals with type 2 diabetes, insulin use is least prevalent in those in good health, and discontinuation of insulin treatment is most likely in healthier patients.
Cardiorenal Disease Is the Most Common CVD Manifestation in Patients With T2D
Cardiorenal disease is commonly the first cardiovascular disease manifestation in patients with type 2 diabetes.
Adopting a Healthy Lifestyle Significantly Reduces Risk for Incident Diabetes
Researchers conducted a systematic review to summarize research that has investigated the effect of healthy lifestyle habits on incident diabetes and prognosis for patients with T2D.
Essential Steps to Implementing Guidelines for Cognitive Dysfunction in Diabetes
Evidence to date suggests that the risk for all-cause dementia is 40% to 60% higher in patients with type 1 or type 2 diabetes.
Depression May Attenuate Physical Activity Gains in Diabetes Prevention Programs
Primary care diabetes prevention programs that promote physical activity become less effective when patients experience depressive symptoms.
Polyunsaturated Fatty Acids Have Little, No Impact on Diabetes
Review indicates little to no effect on newly diagnosed diabetes, measures of glucose metabolism.
Diabetes Across Ethnicities and Cultures: An AACE Guide to Transcultural Diabetes Care
The AACE has produced a position statement addressing population-specific challenges and practical steps for clinicians with regard to diabetes care for African Americans, Latinx/Hispanics, Asian Americans, and Native Americans.
Type 2 Diabetes Risk Up With Inflammatory Bowel Disease
Risk significantly higher for patients receiving diagnosis of IBD from 2003 through 2014 vs earlier.
More Frequent Glucose Self-Monitoring May Improve Glycemic Control in T2D
Patients with T2D and obesity who monitored their blood glucose more frequently had better outcomes after a 12-week intensive weight management program.
BP, Waist Circumference, Lipids Should Be Measured Regularly
Lifestyle management should be priority for prevention of ASCVD, T2DM in patients at metabolic risk.
Mediterranean Diet May Help Patients With T2D
Med-EatPlan plus extra virgin olive oil linked to lower risk for starting first glucose-lowering medication.
Preventing Progression to ASCVD and T2D: An Endocrine Society Guideline
The Endocrine Society published a clinical practice guideline cosponsored by the American Diabetes Association and the European Society of Endocrinology regarding the primary prevention of ASCVD and T2D.
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