The Effect of Metformin on Vitamin B12 Deficiency and Stroke
CONCLUSIONS: T2DM is a significant risk factor to the development of ischemic stroke. We found an association between metformin use and vitamin B12 deficiency and an association between vitamin B12 deficiency and stroke risk in patients with T2DM. Diabetic patients who are taking metformin should monitor their vitamin B12 level.PMID:36841981
Source: The Israel Medical Association Journal - Category: General Medicine Authors: Nizar Horrany Wadie Abu Dahoud Yara Moallem Taleb Hajouj Merna Zreik Arnon Blum Source Type: research
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