Continuous Glucose Monitoring Systems
A chart comparing the parts and features of available continuous glucose monitoring (CGM) systems.
A chart comparing the parts and features of available continuous glucose monitoring (CGM) systems.
Predicting type 1 diabetes risk has been difficult due to the inability to clearly identify biomarkers and small study sizes. Investigators used Mendelian randomization to identify biomarkers.
A cut-off signal intensity ratio value higher than 2.9 in the inferior rectus could be applied to evaluate the active stage of the disease, researchers believe.
People with hepatitis C are at an increased risk for several autoimmune disorders. Researchers sought to discover a link between the virus and hypothyroidism.
The complexity of Cushing syndrome often makes diagnosis difficult. Researchers sought to create a diagnostic tool that could determine which patients may be at risk for developing the disease.
Adrenal masses and people who may have Cushing syndrome are often evaluated with a dexamethasone suppression test (DST), but false positives occur. Researchers examined whether free cortisol assessment during DST would aid in diagnosis.
Fine needle biopsy is the standard diagnostic test for indeterminate thyroid nodules, but increases medical costs and causes anxiety in patients. Researchers explored whether targeted use of Thyroid Imaging, Reporting, and Data System (TI-RADS) could provide faster and less-invasive diagnoses.
Bone density often decreases with age and is closely related to overall physical performance. Researchers studied whether the relationship between bone density and overall physical health extended to oral health as well.
Persistent subclinical hypothyroidism is linked to severe cardiovascular disease; monitoring thyroid levels may aid in identifying patients at risk.
Some studies have suggested there is an association between abnormalities seen on thyroid ultrasound and thyroid disease. Researchers in Seoul, South Korea sought to find a more definitive connection.