Telemedicine Care May Improve Management of Patients With Type 1 Diabetes
Researchers explored the effects of a telemedicine visit on care in patients with T1D.
All articles by Amit Akirov, MD
Increased Risk for Psychiatric Disorders in Adolescents, Emerging Adults With Diabetes
Adolescence and emerging adulthood represent a complicated stage for patients with T1D. Access to mental health services during this transition is critical.
HbA1c Minimally Improves CVD Risk Prediction in Patients With, Without Diabetes
Inclusion of hemoglobin A1c as a factor in cardiovascular disease risk prediction scores only had modest benefit.
The Interrelationship Between Serum Pituitary Hormones in Healthy Adults
In one of the first studies to explore the interrelationships between hormones from different hypothalamic-pituitary-target gland axes over 24 hours, there was evidence of interaction between distinct hormonal axes.
Hemoglobin A1c Can Predict Cardiovascular Outcomes in High-Risk Patients With Diabetes
In patients with diabetes and high cardiovascular risk, hemoglobin A1c is strongly associated with cardiovascular outcomes.
Obesity May Affect Several Routine Blood Tests in Children
Several routinely assessed blood tests in children may be significantly affected by obesity.
Meta-Analysis: Osteoporosis and Fracture Risk in Patients Living With HIV
The researchers suggest including information about bone-healthy lifestyle in the management of PLWHIV, as well as earlier initiation of osteoporosis prophylaxis and treatment.
Low Birth Weight Associated With Increased Risk for Infertility in Men
Boys born small for gestational age are at a higher risk for infertility in adulthood.
Vitamin D Supplementation Alone Does Not Reduce Fracture Risk
Randomized controlled trials demonstrate no fracture risk reduction with vitamin D supplements alone, according to findings from a meta-analysis.
HDL Cholesterol Can Be Used to Monitor Triglycerides, Remnant Cholesterol
Low HDL-C may be used to monitor long-term average triglycerides and remnant cholesterol levels, similar to how high hemoglobin A1c is used to monitor long-term elevated glucose levels.
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