Reduction of functional mobility and cognitive capacity in type 2 diabetes mellitus

Conclusions Patients with T2DM presented worse functional mobility and cognitive performance, supporting the hypothesis that DM2 influence functional mobility and cognitive ability, regardless of neuropathic or vascular complications. These data suggest that hyperglycemia is an aggravating factor in the performance of activities requiring mental functions such as attention, working memory and orientation. Arq Bras Endocrinol Metab. 2014;58(9):946-52
Source: Arquivos Brasileiros de Endocrinologia e Metabologia - Category: Endocrinology Source Type: research