Optimal Approaches to Diabetic Patients with Multivessel Disease

Diabetes has become a global pandemic in the twenty-first century, with a significant rise in prevalence in developed and developing countries. The number of individuals affected continues to increase as detrimental lifestyle choices become more common, including decreased physical activity and increased intake of saturated fats. A recent survey of worldwide prevalence of diabetes demonstrated a rate of 6.4% in 2010, affecting 285 million adults, and an expected rise to 7.7% in 2030 (439 million adults) [1].

Source: Trends in Cardiovascular Medicine - February 20, 2015 Category: Cardiology Authors: Louai Razzouk, Michael Farkouh Source Type: research