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APRIL 19, 2024

All of the following are true regarding type 1 diabetes mellitus except : A. Accounts for about 10% of all cases of diabetes mellitus B. Type 1 diabetes mellitus is slightly more common in boys and men. First peak of presentation occur at 5 to 7 years of age C. Can occur between 1 and 2 years in high risk groups D.

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FEBRUARY 27, 2024

They have a greater prevalence of obesity, dyslipidemia, metabolic syndrome and diabetes mellitus. There are several factors which increase the risk of cardiovascular disease in survivors of spinal cord injury. Energy expenditure is lesser both due to lack of motor function and lack of opportunities to engage in physical activity.

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JULY 21, 2024

As age advances and depending on risk factors like heredity, smoking, high blood pressure and diabetes, fat build up occurs in these blood vessels. Just as we build bypass roads when a city road is too congested, blood vessels of the heart can by bypassed when they have too many total or partial blocks.

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Cardiology Update

MARCH 25, 2024

Left main coronary artery disease (CAD) and diabetes pose significant challenges in cardiovascular care, often leading to adverse outcomes. Preliminary evidence from trials focusing on patients with multivessel disease has hinted at diabetes as a potential modifier of treatment outcomes. Original article: Gaba P et al. Circulation.

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Cardiology Update

JULY 22, 2024

Intensive Blood Pressure Control: A Superior Approach Researchers investigated whether lowering systolic blood pressure to below 120 mm Hg offers greater benefits compared to a target of 140 mm Hg, especially for patients with diabetes or previous stroke. The benefits were consistent regardless of diabetes status or history of stroke.

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Cardiology Update

JANUARY 24, 2024

Growing Global Burden of Cardiometabolic Risks: The 2023 World Obesity Atlas projects a significant rise in global overweight and obesity levels by 2035, leading to a surge in diabetes cases.

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DECEMBER 15, 2023

There was no increase in new onset diabetes mellitus or worsening of diabetes mellitus. Bempedoic acid is a prodrug which is activated in liver and not in skeletal muscle, which could explain the reduced potential for adverse effect on muscles [2]. Treatment discontinuation was similar to placebo. at 6 months compared to placebo.

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