Mayo study uses electronic health record data to assess metformin failure risk, optimize care

A recent Mayo Clinic study published in The Journal of Clinical Endocrinology& Metabolism has found that using machine learning and electronic health record (EHR) data can help pinpoint patients with Type 2 diabetes who are at high-risk of experiencing metformin failure. Metformin is a widely used medication for treating diabetes; however, it is not always effective in controlling blood sugar levels. Although it is the first line of therapy used for treatment, metformin has…
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