Visceral adiposity is associated with the discrepancy between glycated albumin and HbA1c in type 2 diabetes
ConclusionsGA is a useful indicator for glycemic control, while visceral obesity should also be taken into consideration in type 2 diabetes cases. (Source: Diabetology International)
Source: Diabetology International - March 20, 2020 Category: Endocrinology Source Type: research
Effect of a 6-week strength-training program on neuromuscular efficiency in type 2 diabetes mellitus patients
ConclusionA 6-week strength-training program increased the neuromuscular efficiency and peak torque in patients with T2DM; however, the electrical properties of the muscles did not change. These results may be related to increased neural adaptations and motor learning in the early stages of strength training. (Source: Diabetology International)
Source: Diabetology International - March 18, 2020 Category: Endocrinology Source Type: research
Impact of body mass index and age on the relative accuracy of self-reported energy intakes among Japanese patients with type 2 diabetes
This study examined the measurement errors from self-reported dietary history questionnaires (DHQ) in Japanese patients with type 2 diabetes (T2D). Fifty-nine patients with T2D underwent a 24-h urine collection and 3-day dietary record (DR), and completed the DHQ. Intakes of energy, protein, sodium, and potassium were calculated from the DHQ. The estimated energy intake was calculated from the DR, and estimated intakes of protein, sodium, and potassium were determined from the 24-h urine samples. Energy intake values from the DHQ were lower than those from the DR by 12.5% in men and by 14.6% in women, which was significant...
Source: Diabetology International - March 16, 2020 Category: Endocrinology Source Type: research
Patient decision aids in clinical practice for people with diabetes: a scoping review
ConclusionPatient decision aids can offer a simple and easy-to-use method to potentially improve diabetes health literacy, through the process of shared decision-making and two-way conversations. However, there are current limitations on using them to positively influence clinical outcomes or long-term changes in self-care behaviors within the management of diabetes. Further research to explore the validity of using patient decision aids long term in these areas is required. (Source: Diabetology International)
Source: Diabetology International - March 12, 2020 Category: Endocrinology Source Type: research
Plasma lipopolysaccharide binding protein level statistically mediates between body mass index and chronic microinflammation in Japanese patients with type 1 diabetes
In this study, we evaluated the plasma LBP levels and investigated its clinical significance in 67 Japanese patients with type 1 diabetes. Univariable analysis showed that LBP levels were significantly associated with body mass index (BMI;r = 0.43,p < 0.01) and serum high-sensitivity C-reactive protein (hs-CRP;r = 0.64,p < 0.001) levels. However, there was no significant association between plasma LBP levels and diabetic complications. Mediation analysis revealed that LBP had significant mediation effects on the association between hs-CRP and BMI (0.27 [95% confidence interval 0.10–0.48]). These r...
Source: Diabetology International - March 8, 2020 Category: Endocrinology Source Type: research
