In a nutshell This study explored the effect of sitagliptin (Januvia) on the function of pancreas cells in patients with latent autoimmune diabetes in adults (LADA) receiving insulin therapy. The authors found that the combination of sitagliptin and insulin extends in time the ability of pancreas cells to produce insulin...
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In a nutshell This study investigated the connections between maternal weight and pre-eclampsia in women with type 1 or type 2 diabetes. The study determined that maternal overweight and obesity increased the risk of pre-eclampsia in women with type 1 diabetes, but not in women with type 2 diabetes. Some background Pre-eclampsia is a...
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In a nutshell This study examined the safety of an artificial pancreas system. The current study concluded that the artificial pancreas system is safe and also provides better blood sugar control than insulin pump therapy. Some background Achieving normal blood sugar levels can be challenging for patients. An artificial pancreas system has been...
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In a nutshell The aim of this study was to investigate the potential association between impaired awareness of hypoglycemia and nerve damage. The study concluded that in adults with type 1 diabetes impaired awareness of hypoglycemia was not associated with nerve damage. Some background Impaired awareness of hypoglycemia (IAH) describes when...
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In a nutshell This study investigated how both the type of fat and the glycemic index of a meal may affect post-meal blood sugar levels. The study concluded that, in addition to carbohydrate quantity, the type of carbohydrate and fat should be taken into consideration when deciding on a pre-meal insulin dose. Some background Insulin dose is...
Read MoreIn a nutshell This study examined whether orthostatic hypotension is associated with the prevalence of diabetic complications and mortality. The authors concluded that orthostatic hypotension is associated with a higher prevalence of diabetic complications and a higher mortality rate. Some background High blood glucose levels can lead to...
Read MoreIn a nutshell This review examined the safety and effectiveness of technosphere insulin for the treatment of diabetes. The authors concluded that technosphere insulin is safe and effective in reducing blood glucose levels at meals. Some background Insulin (a hormone which reduces blood glucose levels) replacement therapy is used in the...
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In a nutshell This study looked at the possible association between hypoglycemia and coronary artery disease (CAD). The study also examined whether this association is greater in those who are already at a higher risk of CAD. The study concluded that hypoglycemia might not be a CAD risk factor for the majority of patients but it is associated with CAD...
Read MoreIn a nutshell This study compared the safety and effectiveness of inhaled insulin with injected insulin. This study concluded that inhaled insulin was as effective as injected, with less incidence of very low blood glucose levels, but with higher incidence of cough. Some background Currently, the typical treatment for type 1 diabetes (T1D), and...
Read MoreIn a nutshell This study examined the effect of canola oil and a low-glycemic-load diet in type 2 diabetic patients. Some background A low-glycemic-load (LGL) diet is recommended for patients with type 2 diabetes (T2D). An LGL diet reduces the risk of cardiovascular disease (CVD – the narrowing or blockage of blood vessels...
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In a nutshell This study examined whether exercise can improve the quality of life in type 2 diabetics. Some background Quality of life is based on physical, emotional and social characteristics. Patients with type 2 diabetes (T2D) have reported a lower quality of life compared to non-diabetic individuals. Previous studies have shown...
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In a nutshell This study examined whether glucose levels can predict night-time hypoglycaemia in type 1 diabetics. Some background Lower blood glucose (sugar) levels in patients with type 1 diabetes can reduce the risk of developing complications. However, patients then have a higher risk of experiencing hypoglycemia (dangerously low...
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