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Migrant adults with diabetes in France: influence of family migration
Conclusions We may fear that migrants share an increased risk of uncontrolled diabetes. Individual migration could be a risk factor of uncontrolled diabetes. Knowing the migration history of migrant patients is fundamental to understand some barriers of care. (Source: Journal of Clinical and Translational Endocrinology)
Source: Journal of Clinical and Translational Endocrinology - December 9, 2016 Category: Endocrinology Source Type: research

The interdisciplinary team in type 2 diabetes management: challenges and best practice solutions from real-world scenarios
This article discusses some of the key contributors to success and also the challenges faced when applying IDT care, by examining case studies and examples from around the world. The real-world practices discussed show that implementing successful interdisciplinary care in diabetes is possible despite significant barriers such as established hierarchal structures and financial resource constraints. Instituting collaborative, integrated working relationships among multiple disciplines under strong leadership, together with enhanced and active communication and improved patient access to appropriate specialties is essential....
Source: Journal of Clinical and Translational Endocrinology - December 8, 2016 Category: Endocrinology Source Type: research

Reviewer Thank You 2016
Publication date: December 2016 Source:Journal of Clinical & Translational Endocrinology, Volume 6 (Source: Journal of Clinical and Translational Endocrinology)
Source: Journal of Clinical and Translational Endocrinology - December 7, 2016 Category: Endocrinology Source Type: research

Treating Psychological Insulin Resistance in Type 2 Diabetes
Conclusion This is the first study to describe in some detail potentially effective patient management strategies for PIR. A randomized controlled trial testing the efficacy of PIR interventions is needed. (Source: Journal of Clinical and Translational Endocrinology)
Source: Journal of Clinical and Translational Endocrinology - November 30, 2016 Category: Endocrinology Source Type: research

Effect of phosphodiesterase-5 inhibitors on glycemic control in person with type 2 diabetes mellitus: A systematic review and meta-analysis
Conclusion This meta-analysis suggests that large and well-controlled studies are warranted to shed light on the effect of PDE-5i on glycemic control in people with type 2 diabetes mellitus. (Source: Journal of Clinical and Translational Endocrinology)
Source: Journal of Clinical and Translational Endocrinology - November 25, 2016 Category: Endocrinology Source Type: research

Impact of Vitamin D Status on Statin-Induced Myopathy
Conclusion Vitamin D status may be considered a modifiable risk factor for muscle-related adverse effects of statins, and supplementation of vitamin D (particularly when ⩽20 ng/mL) may improve statin tolerance. (Source: Journal of Clinical and Translational Endocrinology)
Source: Journal of Clinical and Translational Endocrinology - November 23, 2016 Category: Endocrinology Source Type: research

Benign Thyroid Disease in Pregnancy: A State of the Art Review
Publication date: Available online 23 November 2016 Source:Journal of Clinical & Translational Endocrinology Author(s): Efterpi Tingi, Akheel A. Syed, Alexis Kyriacou, George Mastorakos, Angelos Kyriacou Thyroid dysfunction is the commonest endocrine disorder in pregnancy apart from diabetes. Thyroid hormones are essential for fetal brain development in the embryonic phase. Maternal thyroid dysfunction during pregnancy may have significant adverse maternal and fetal outcomes such as preterm delivery, preeclampsia, miscarriage and low birth weight. In this review we discuss the effect of thyroid disease on pr...
Source: Journal of Clinical and Translational Endocrinology - November 22, 2016 Category: Endocrinology Source Type: research

Differences Between Genders In Relation To Factors Associated With Risk Of Diabetic Foot In Elderly Persons: A Cross-Sectional Trial
Conclusion The factors associated with the development of diabetic foot were presented differently in women and men, so a targeted and more specific preventive approach is required. (Source: Journal of Clinical and Translational Endocrinology)
Source: Journal of Clinical and Translational Endocrinology - October 13, 2016 Category: Endocrinology Source Type: research

The effects of first-line anti-tuberculosis drugs on the actions of vitamin D in human macrophages
Publication date: Available online 14 September 2016 Source:Journal of Clinical & Translational Endocrinology Author(s): Supavit Chesdachai, Susu M. Zughaier, Li Hao, Russell R. Kempker, Henry M. Blumberg, Thomas R. Ziegler, Vin Tangpricha Tuberculosis (TB) is a major global health problem. Patients with TB have a high rate of vitamin D deficiency, both at diagnosis and during the course of treatment with anti-tuberculosis drugs. Although data on the efficacy of vitamin D supplementation on Mycobacterium tuberculosis (Mtb) clearance is uncertain from randomized controlled trials (RCTs), vitamin D enhances ...
Source: Journal of Clinical and Translational Endocrinology - September 13, 2016 Category: Endocrinology Source Type: research

Risk factors for hearing impairment among adults with diabetes: the hispanic community health study/study of latinos (HCHS/SOL)
Conclusions Current smoking, alcohol consumption, high triglycerides, and chronic kidney disease are potentially preventable correlates of hearing impairment for persons with diabetes. Low income is a marker of increased likelihood of hearing impairment. (Source: Journal of Clinical and Translational Endocrinology)
Source: Journal of Clinical and Translational Endocrinology - September 12, 2016 Category: Endocrinology Source Type: research

American Diabetes Association Meeting report
Publication date: Available online 22 August 2016 Source:Journal of Clinical & Translational Endocrinology Author(s): Catriona Hilton, Nicola L Beer (Source: Journal of Clinical and Translational Endocrinology)
Source: Journal of Clinical and Translational Endocrinology - August 21, 2016 Category: Endocrinology Source Type: research

Lipid disorders in patients with renal failure: role in cardiovascular events and progression of chronic kidney disease
Publication date: Available online 20 August 2016 Source:Journal of Clinical & Translational Endocrinology Author(s): Luca Visconti, Salvatore Benvenga, Antonio Lacquaniti, Valeria Cernaro, Annamaria Bruzzese, Giovanni Conti, Michele Buemi, Domenico Santoro The spectrum of lipid disorders in chronic kidney disease (CKD) is usually characterized by high triglycerides and reduced high dense lipoprotein (HDL), associated with normal or slightly reduced low dense lipoprotein (LDL)-cholesterol. This dyslipidemia is associated with an increased risk for atherosclerotic cardiovascular disease. Key for the cardio...
Source: Journal of Clinical and Translational Endocrinology - August 20, 2016 Category: Endocrinology Source Type: research

Severe hypoglycemia in patients with known diabetes requiring emergency department care: a report from an italian multicenter study
Conclusions- Severe hypoglycemia is a remarkable burden for patients with established diabetes and increases the risk of adverse clinical outcomes (in-hospital death and hospitalization), mainly in elderly and frail patients. This study further reinforces the notion that careful attention should be taken by health care providers when they prescribe drug therapy in elderly patients with serious comorbidities. (Source: Journal of Clinical and Translational Endocrinology)
Source: Journal of Clinical and Translational Endocrinology - August 20, 2016 Category: Endocrinology Source Type: research

Hypogonadism in thalassemia major patients
Publication date: Available online 16 August 2016 Source:Journal of Clinical & Translational Endocrinology Author(s): Sasima Srisukh, Boonsong Ongphiphadhanakul, Pongamorn Bunnag Despite recent advances in iron chelation therapy, excess iron deposition in pituitary gonadotropic cells remains one of the major problems in thalassemic patients. Hypogonadism, mostly hypogonadotropic hypogonadism, is usually detected during puberty. Early diagnosis and treatment are crucial for normal pubertal development and to reduce the complications of hypogonadism. The risks and benefits of hormonal replacement therapy, especi...
Source: Journal of Clinical and Translational Endocrinology - August 15, 2016 Category: Endocrinology Source Type: research

Peripheral sensory neuropathy in type 2 diabetes patients: A case control study in Accra, Ghana
Conclusion Our study has shown high burden of PSN in DM patients in Ghana using simple, accurate, and non-invasive screening tools like MNSI and neurothesiometer. (Source: Journal of Clinical and Translational Endocrinology)
Source: Journal of Clinical and Translational Endocrinology - August 12, 2016 Category: Endocrinology Source Type: research