In a nutshell This study looked at the cardiovascular effects of liraglutide (Victoza) in patients with type 2 diabetes who were at high cardiovascular risk. It found that patients taking liraglutide were less likely to experience death by cardiovascular causes, a nonfatal heart attack or nonfatal stroke over the course of the...
Read MoreIn a nutshell This study compared the effectiveness and safety of treatment with IDegLira, to treatment with either insulin degludec or liraglutide in type 2 diabetes. Some background Metformin (Glucophage) is typically the first treatment for type 2 diabetes. Commonly, additional drugs are eventually...
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In a nutshell This study aimed to determine the effectiveness and safety of empagliflozin (Jardiance) treatment in patients with type 2 diabetes. Some background Metformin (Glucophage) is typically the first treatment for type 2 diabetes when lifestyle changes fail to control blood gucose (sugar) levels. Commonly, metformin eventually...
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In a nutshell This study investigated the blood sugar reduction and sid-effects associated with 4 different drug combinations in type 2 diabetes. Some background Metformin (Glucophage) decreases glucose production. It is often the first choice of treatment for type 2 diabetes. Commonly, other drugs are prescribed to be taken alongside...
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In a nutshell This study examined whether vitamin D supplementation can improve vitamin D levels, liver function and blood glucose levels in type 1 and type 2 diabetics. Some background Type 1 diabetes (T1D) is an autoimmune disease, meaning that the immune system attacks the cells of the pancreas which produce insulin and patients therefore...
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In a nutshell This study examined whether physical activity is associated with improved fitness and improved blood glucose levels. Some background Physical activity and good control of blood glucose levels are known to reduce the risk of developing cardiovascular disease. Diabetics tend to have lower physical activity as physical activity can...
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In a nutshell This study examined whether diabetes is associated with an earlier menopause. Some background Menopause is a slow decline in the function of the ovaries and generally occurs in women between the age of 40 and 60. Certain factors such as smoking are known to be linked to an earlier menopause. It is believed that diabetes might have an...
Read MoreIn a nutshell This study examined whether dietary patterns had an influence on two of the risk factors for cardiovascular disease in type 1 diabetics in China. Some background Cardiovascular disease (CVD) is the narrowing or blockage of blood vessels and can lead to heart failure or stroke. High cholesterol LDL levels ('bad'...
Read MoreIn a nutshell This study observed whether variation in HbA1c in an individual increases the risk of developing diabetic retinopathy. Some background Chronic hyperglycaemia (high blood glucose levels) can result in damage to small blood vessels, leading to the various vascular complications associated with diabetes. Diabetic retinopathy (DR) occurs...
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In a nutshell The authors analyzed the risk of influenza associated with diabetes. Some background Influenza, commonly called the ‘flu’, is a viral infection that attacks the respiratory system including the nose, throat and lungs. Chronic diseases such as diabetes can increase the risk of experiencing influenza. Indeed, adults...
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In a nutshell The authors evaluated the risk of dysfunction of the optical nerves associated with the presence of diabetes. Some background Nonarteritic anterior ischemic optic neuropathy is the most common eye-related neuropathy (nerve damage or dysfunction) in people aged 50 and over. The medical condition involves loss of...
Read MoreIn a nutshell This study evaluated the safety and efficacy of Technosphere insulin in type 2 diabetic patients. Some background Current standards of care with type 2 diabetes focus on achieving and maintaining stringent glycemic (glucose) control. The use of prandial insulin (Humalog; taken at mealtimes) added to oral antidiabetic agents has...
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