A Comprehensive Analysis of Diabetic Complications and Advances in Management Strategies

Jan 13, 2025Journal of atherosclerosis and thrombosis

Diabetes Complications and New Ways to Manage Them

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Abstract

Diabetes mellitus, particularly type 2 diabetes mellitus, affects millions globally and is associated with severe complications that impact quality of life and increase mortality.

  • Diabetes predisposes individuals to microvascular and macrovascular complications.
  • Key mechanisms involved in diabetic complications include atherosclerosis, insulin resistance, chronic inflammation, and endothelial dysfunction.
  • Recent therapeutic advancements, such as SGLT2 inhibitors and GLP-1 receptor agonists, offer benefits beyond glycemic control.
  • These therapies may provide cardiovascular and renal protection.
  • Differences in insulin secretion capacity between Western and Asian patients, including Japanese patients, are considered for developing treatment strategies.

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