Investigators evaluated whether maximum body mass index before onset of type 2 diabetes could predict progressive diabetic retinopathy or diabetic nephropathy in patients with type 2 diabetes.
Persistent subclinical hypothyroidism is linked to severe cardiovascular disease; monitoring thyroid levels may aid in identifying patients at risk.
Some studies have suggested there is an association between abnormalities seen on thyroid ultrasound and thyroid disease. Researchers in Seoul, South Korea sought to find a more definitive connection.
Decreased ovarian reserve and the number and quality of oocytes often occurs as the ovaries age and can cause fertility disorders and miscarriages. Researchers examined the relationship between thyroid-stimulating hormone levels and ovarian function.
Remission of type 2 diabetes following bariatric surgery peaks at 20% total weight loss (TWL).
Targeted outreach may be needed to counter COVID-19 vaccine hesitancy among some parents.
Hospitalized patients with severe COVID-19 and diabetes are less likely to be discharged from the hospital and are more likely to experience in-hospital mortality compared with patients without diabetes.
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