Diabetes therapy
A new study published in the Pakistan Journal of Medical Research has revealed a significant association between depression and diabetes mellitus. The research, conducted at the Federal Government Poly-Clinic Hospital in Islamabad, found that 40% of patients with type-II diabetes mellitus had significant depression. The study highlighted that female patients
Adults
A study published in the Hormone and Metabolic Research journal has found that a higher Metabolic Score for Visceral Fat (METS-VF) is associated with a significantly increased risk of mortality in individuals with diabetes or prediabetes. The research, conducted by a team of investigators from the Affiliated Kunshan Hospital of
Type 2 diabetes
Researchers from Zhejiang Chinese Medical University have developed a predictive model using machine learning algorithms to identify patients at high risk of developing diabetic complications, specifically peripheral vascular disease and diabetic foot. The study analyzed data from 1240 patients with type 2 diabetes and its complications, identifying 17 key indicators
Type 2 diabetes
Diabetic kidney disease is a major public health concern in China, with significant impacts on the country's vast population. A recent study published in BMC Public Health has analyzed the burden of diabetic kidney disease in China from 1990 to 2021, revealing a dual trajectory of declining mortality
Diabetes therapy
A study published by the Medical University of Silesia has revealed that diabetes mellitus (DM) has a substantial impact on the clinical presentation and therapeutic outcome in critically ill patients. The research found that patients with a history of DM were typically older and predominantly female, with a higher incidence
Diabetes therapy
Investigators from the Islamic Azad University in Karaj, Iran, have published a study comparing the effectiveness of reality therapy and dialectical behavior therapy (DBT) on the health locus of control in women with type 2 diabetes. The study aimed to assess the impact of these therapies on internal, powerful others,
Diabetes therapy
Research conducted by investigators from King's College London has provided valuable insights into the complexities of managing insulin-related interacting components during surgical admission. The study involved 23 semi-structured interviews with multiprofessional staff supporting surgical wards at a single NHS Trust in England. The findings highlight the need for
Diabetics
Diabetics in Cambodia face a significant risk of developing kidney disease, with Dr Christopher Leo, a senior consultant and nephrologist, emphasizing the importance of early diagnosis and healthier lifestyles in preventing the disease's devastating impact. Dr Leo's warning comes as the Cambodian Association of Diabetes and
Diabetics
A new system for diabetic macular edema (DME) grading using retinal fundus images has been proposed, offering a timely and accurate diagnosis for this leading cause of vision impairment in diabetic patients. According to research from Instituto Politecnico Nacional, the system integrates multiple deep learning modules to address key aspects
