Diabetes
From the Journals
Patient-specific model takes variability out of blood glucose average
A mathematical model aided the development of a new, patient-specific calculation for average blood glucose from hemoglobin A1c levels.
From the Journals
Meta-analysis links NPC1L1 variants to diabetes risk
Variations on or near the NPC1L1 gene were associated with a higher risk of type 2 diabetes.
From the Journals
Influenza vaccine highly beneficial for people with type 2 diabetes
Seasonal influenza vaccinations can significantly decrease the chances of hospitalizations for stroke, heart attack, and other cardiovascular...
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‘Bionic pancreas’ employs glucagon and insulin to stabilize blood sugar
MUNICH – The bihormonal artificial pancreas controlled blood sugar more effectively than did a traditional insulin pump.
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Continuous glucose monitoring recommended over finger sticks for type 1 diabetes
A new practice guideline from the Endocrine Society recommends continuous glucose monitoring as the new gold standard for tracking blood sugar in...
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Genes that drive glucose levels also drive heart disease
MUNICH – Twelve newly identified genes associated with glucose levels appear to be independent drivers of coronary heart disease.
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FDA approves first automated insulin delivery system
The Food and Drug Administration has approved the first automated insulin delivery device for patients aged 14 years and older with type 1...
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CABG best for diabetes patients with CKD – or is it?
ROME – CABG resulted in fewer heart attacks but more strokes than did PCI at 5 years of follow-up in diabetes patients with multivessel coronary...
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Aspirin not prescribed appropriately to cut cardiovascular risk in diabetes
MUNICH – Many diabetes patients who should be taking aspirin for cardiovascular risk reduction are not doing so, and many who should not be taking...
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Adding foot screening to eye clinic catches diabetic neuropathy
Key clinical point: The addition of diabetic foot screening to an eye clinic boosted the diagnosis of diabetic neuropathy. Major finding: Painful...
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Cutting routine glucometer readings saves time and money
Key clinical point: Routine glucometer readings are unnecessary as part of a primary care visit. Major finding: Decreasing glucometer readings...