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Diabetes
The Endocrinology Network® Diabetes clinical resource center offers readers the very latest news and information related to diabetes management. Including content related to type 1 diabetes, type 2 diabetes, and gestational diabetes, the diabetes clinical resource center hosts information on FDA approvals, the latest studies, and practice updates for clinicians practicing in the field of endocrinology.
'Metabolically Healthy' Obesity Still Puts Patients at Increased Risk of Adverse Health Outcomes
June 14, 2021
Data from the UK Biobank cohort details the increased risk of adverse health outcomes, including the development of diabetes and heart failure, among patients considered to have metabolically healthy obesity.
Topical Treatments Show Promise in Diabetic Eye Diseases
June 11, 2021
A systematic review details the impact of topical agents for the treatment of diabetes-related ophthalmic conditions, such as diabetic macular edema and diabetic retinopathy.
Women with Polycystic Ovary Syndrome at Increased Risk of Cardiovascular Disease Events
June 10, 2021
A comparison of women with PCOS to matched controls indicates women with PCOS were at a 26% greater risk of experiencing major adverse cardiovascular events than their counterparts without polycystic ovary syndrome.
Despite Advances, Rates of Glycemic Control Backsliding in Past Decade
June 09, 2021
A cross-sectional analysis of NHANES data paints a grim picture related to rates of patients with diabetes achieving goals for glycemic, blood pressure, and lipid control.
Study Underlines Importance of Quality Sleep in Patients with Diabetes
June 08, 2021
An analysis of data from nearly 500k patients suggests patients with diabetes experiencing frequent insomnia were at an 87% increased risk of all-cause mortality compared to those with neither sleep disturbances nor diabetes.
Endocrine Case Report: Vomiting and Drunk
June 07, 2021
Our latest case report from Dr. Brady Pregerson features a man in his 30s presenting to the ED after drinking and admits to forgetting his insulin and poor adherence to other antidiabetes medication. Can you determine the correct diagnosis?
Study Suggests 2 Servings of Fruit Per Day Cuts Odds of Developing Diabetes by 36%
June 06, 2021
An analysis of food frequency questionnaire and biomarker data from more than 7000 adults indicates consumption of 2 or more servings of whole fruit per day was associated with 36% lower odds of developing diabetes in the next half-decade.
Semaglutide (Wegovy) Approved for Chronic Weight Management in Patients with Obesity or Overweight
June 04, 2021
The FDA has announced the approval of semaglutide 2.4 mg (Wegovy) for chronic weight management in patients with obesity or overweight—the first drug to receive such an approval from the FDA in more than half a decade.
Severe Glycemic Events Linked to Development of Dementia in Older Patients with Type 1 Diabetes
June 04, 2021
A look at more than 2800 older patients with type 1 diabetes indicates experiencing severe glycemic events was linked to an increased risk of developing dementia.
Real-Time CGM Use Reduces HbA1c, Outpatient Visits in Patients with Type 1 and Type 2 Diabetes
June 03, 2021
A retrospective look at patients who initated real-time CGM versus noninitiators indicates CGM use resulted in significant reductions in HbA1c and also reduced the number of outpatient and telephone visits among patients with type 1 diabetes and type 2 diabetes.