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Evaluating the effectiveness of antibiotic bone cement for infected diabetic foot wounds

Evaluating the effectiveness of antibiotic bone cement for infected diabetic foot wounds

Posted by on Sep 17, 2023 in Diabetes mellitus | 0 comments

In a nutshell The study investigated the efficacy of antibiotic bone cement for infected diabetic foot wounds. The study found that antibiotic cement gave promising results for the management of diabetic foot-infected wounds. Some background Diabetes is a condition that affects the body’s blood glucose level. Diabetes requires constant treatment...

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What is the effect of weight-loss surgery on psychological health in patients with type 2 diabetes and obesity?

What is the effect of weight-loss surgery on psychological health in patients with type 2 diabetes and obesity?

Posted by on Aug 27, 2023 in Diabetes mellitus | 0 comments

In a nutshell This study investigated the psychological impact of Roux-en-Y gastric bypass with silastic ring (SR-RYGB) or sleeve gastrectomy (SG) in patients with type 2 diabetes (T2D) and obesity and associations with improved symptoms of depression and quality of life (QoL). The study showed that both types of bariatric (weight-loss) surgery were...

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Which type of aerobic training provides greater benefits to patients with type 2 diabetes?

Which type of aerobic training provides greater benefits to patients with type 2 diabetes?

Posted by on Jul 2, 2023 in Diabetes mellitus | 0 comments

In a nutshell This study examined the impact of three types of aerobic training exercises on measurements of heart and metabolic function in patients with type 2 diabetes (T2D). The data showed that greater improvements occurred in heart and breathing function measurements with low-volume high-intensity training (HITT) compared to low-volume...

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Can new glucose-lowering medications influence stroke risk in patients with type 2 diabetes?

Can new glucose-lowering medications influence stroke risk in patients with type 2 diabetes?

Posted by on Jun 11, 2023 in Diabetes mellitus | 0 comments

In a nutshell This review assessed the effects of new glucose-lowering drugs on stroke risk in patients with type 2 diabetes (T2D). The study showed that glucagon-like peptide-1 receptor (GLP-1) agonists are potentially beneficial for stroke risk in patients with T2D. Some background Patients with diabetes are at a higher risk of developing...

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Can cardiovascular risk factors be reduced by consumption of soymilk and probiotics in patients with type 2 diabetes?

Can cardiovascular risk factors be reduced by consumption of soymilk and probiotics in patients with type 2 diabetes?

Posted by on May 28, 2023 in Diabetes mellitus | 0 comments

In a nutshell This study examined the effects of consuming soymilk and probiotics on risk factors related to heart and blood vessel diseases in patients with type 2 diabetes (T2D). The study showed that the consumption of soymilk with probiotics might improve cardiovascular (CV) risk factors in these patients. Some background T2D is a...

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How does physical activity affect the occurrence of major diabetes-related complications?

How does physical activity affect the occurrence of major diabetes-related complications?

Posted by on Apr 30, 2023 in Diabetes mellitus | 0 comments

In a nutshell This study evaluated evidence on the association between physical activity and major diabetes-related complications in patients with diabetes. The authors concluded that physical activity was associated with a reduction in the occurrence of major diabetes-related complications, even if performed at levels lower than recommended. Some...

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Is intermittent fasting safe and effective for individuals with insulin-treated type 2 diabetes?

Is intermittent fasting safe and effective for individuals with insulin-treated type 2 diabetes?

Posted by on Apr 15, 2023 in Diabetes mellitus | 0 comments

In a nutshell This study investigated the safety and effectiveness of intermittent fasting (IF) for 3 non-consecutive days a week, over a period of 12 weeks in people with insulin-treated type 2 diabetes (T2D). The authors concluded that this dietary approach was safe and effective for controlling blood glucose, reducing total daily insulin requirements,...

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How safe and effective is orally delivered insulin for patients with early-stage type 2 diabetes?

How safe and effective is orally delivered insulin for patients with early-stage type 2 diabetes?

Posted by on Apr 15, 2023 in Diabetes mellitus | 0 comments

In a nutshell This study compared the safety and effectiveness of different doses of an oral insulin capsule formulation (Capsulin™) to patients with early-stage type 2 diabetes (T2D). The data showed that twice-daily, orally administered Capsulin at a dose of 150 international units (IU) was safe and resulted in a significant lowering...

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Can vitamin B12 supplementation improve the symptoms of diabetic peripheral neuropathy in patients with diabetes?

Can vitamin B12 supplementation improve the symptoms of diabetic peripheral neuropathy in patients with diabetes?

Posted by on Apr 15, 2023 in Diabetes mellitus | 0 comments

In a nutshell This review assessed the effect of vitamin B12 supplementation on clinical outcomes when used alone or combined with other treatments for diabetic peripheral neuropathy (PN). The authors concluded that a greater reduction of PN symptoms occurred with the use of B12 supplementation alone or in combination with other treatments compared to...

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How effective and safe are ultra-rapid insulin analogues in insulin pumps for patients with type 1 diabetes?

How effective and safe are ultra-rapid insulin analogues in insulin pumps for patients with type 1 diabetes?

Posted by on Mar 26, 2023 in Diabetes mellitus | 0 comments

In a nutshell This review assessed the effectiveness and safety of ultra-rapid insulin analogs (URIAs) with continuous subcutaneous insulin systems (CSII) in adults with type 1 diabetes (T1D). The authors concluded that URIAs were compatible with CSII systems and had a better glucose-lowering effect after meals compared to rapid-acting insulin...

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