Endocrinology Information Center
New guidelines for hospitalized patients with diabetes emphasize goal-directed glycemic management, continuous glucose monitoring, and use of insulin pumps to improve outcomes and reduce the likelihood of readmission.
Obesity Information Center
Author reviews the pathophysiology of obesity including the role of incretin hormones and the mechanism of action, efficacy, and safety of GLP-1 receptor agonists as antiobesity medications.
NAPNAP 2022
Teens with type 1 diabetes should be screened for anxiety and depression at regular clinic visits, especially those who are newly diagnosed.
Web Exclusives
Fructosamine and glycated albumin measure short-term glycemic control
News
The belief that the lower the glucose level the better in patients with type 2 diabetes who are at a high risk for MI or stroke has been called into question by an ongoing NIH-supported trial. Aggressive reductions were found to be associated with an increased risk of death among such patients.
Diabetes Information Center
The once-daily injection works to improve glycemic control.
Web Exclusives
The drug is indicated for improving glycemic control along with diet and exercise.
Web Exclusives
Initiating insulin therapy at lower levels of HbA1c may help patients attain glycemic control.
Web Exclusives
Acute and long-term improvements seen in medication adherence, glycemic control.
Diabetes Information Center
The system uses a small sensor implanted below the skin and a mobile reader to continuously monitor blood glucose.
