Insulin secretion improvement during steroid therapy for autoimmune pancreatitis according to the onset of diabetes mellitus

ConclusionDM in patients with AIP was associated with impaired insulin secretion rather than insulin resistance. Insulin secretion improved during steroid therapy for AIP in patients with concurrent DM. Thus, glucose intolerance can be an indication for AIP treatment.
Source: Journal of Gastroenterology - Category: Gastroenterology Source Type: research