Glucose-Regulating Drugs Aid COVID-19 Outcomes in Patients With Diabetes
Findings include GLP-1R agonists and pioglitazone use, with drop in hospital admissions.
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IBD and Obesity: Is There a Connection?
One key factor that has developed increasing research interest is the role of a patient’s BMI, specifically those with obesity (BMI > 30 kg/m2), in the development of IBD.
Emergency Department Visits for Medication Harms Are Frequent
However, most common product type and intent of use associated with these visits vary by age.
Laparoscopic Sleeve Gastrectomy Reduces Epicardial Fat Thickness
Laparoscopic sleeve gastrectomy led to a statistically significant reduction in epicardial fat thickness, a marker for atherosclerosis, 12 months after surgery.
AHA Scientific Statement: Weight-Loss Strategies for Hypertension Prevention and Treatment
The American Heart Association released a scientific statement reviewing weight loss strategies for the prevention and treatment of hypertension.
Controversies in the Diagnosis and Treatment of Gastroparesis
Researchers addressed common misconceptions regarding the diagnosis and treatment of gastroparesis.
Risk Factors for MACE After First Acute Coronary Syndrome Identified
The risk for recurrent MACE was high among survivors of a first ever acute coronary syndrome with a substantial number of these being fatal; 34.4% had MACE within 1 year and 48.4% in 3 years.
Greater Weight Loss After Bariatric Surgery Tied to Diabetes Remission
Researchers assessed the amount of weight loss necessary to achieve initial remission of type 2 diabetes mellitus following bariatric surgery.
Type 2 Diabetes Remission Criteria Defined in ADA Consensus Statement
People diagnosed with type 2 diabetes can eventually achieve normal glucose levels. But whether or when this means a person is “in remission” was the subject of an international group of experts convened by the American Diabetes Association.
Osteoporosis Treatments Compared to Assess Effects on Bone Mineral Density
The network meta-analysis compared the effects of 9 osteoporosis drugs on bone mineral density.
Sharp Increase in BMI Rates Noted for Children During Pandemic
Approximate doubling in rate of BMI increase seen between prepandemic and pandemic periods found in children and teens; higher increases were reported for those with overweight, obesity prepandemic.
18- to 24-Year-Olds at Highest Risk for Weight Gain
Compared with those aged 65 to 74 years, adults aged 18 to 24 years had highest odds for transitioning to overweight, obesity.
5 Surprising Cardiovascular Disease Risk Factors Your Patients May Not Know
While cardiovascular disease may be common and commonly known to patients, they may not know some of the surprising factors in their diet and medical history that may actually be putting them at risk. What are some of the cardiovascular disease risk factors patients should know about?
The Potential Dangers of Ketogenic Diets in Kidney Disease
A recent review underscores the possible adverse effects of ketogenic diets including increased risks for heart disease, cancer, diabetes, and kidney stones.
How Obesity Affects Body Composition, Frailty, and Pain in Older Patients
GAPNA discusses how advanced practice practitioners are well-positioned to encourage healthy lifestyles among older adults, to include activities that help attain/maintain lean muscle mass, regardless of BMI, to reduce chronic pain and frailty.
SGLT2 Inhibitors Lead to Favorable Renal, CV Outcomes in Type 2 Diabetes
Using certain glucose inhibitors in people with type 2 diabetes may also have a beneficial effect on renal and cardiovascular health, and weight.
AHA Statement Addresses Impact of Childhood OSA on Heart Health
Main risk factor for OSA in childhood is obesity; families and health care professionals should be counseled regarding this link.
IBD and Osteoporosis: Key Takeaways and New Data
Reviewing a patient’s potential risk for osteoporosis should be a routine part of each visit for patients with IBD.
USPSTF Says Start Diabetes Screening at Age 35 for Those Overweight, Obese
Overweight or obese adults should be screened for prediabetes, type 2 diabetes and offered or referred for preventive interventions
Case Study: Increasing Frequency of Nosebleeds Leads to Graves Disease Diagnosis
A 14-year-old adolescent with epilepsy presents with increasing episodes of nosebleeds, increased rate of speech, leg pain with little exercise, and irritable mood. Learn how delayed diagnosis of Graves disease affected her treatment.
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