Diabetes & Endocrinology CME/CE

Guidelines Issued for Diagnosis and Classification of Hyperglycemia in Pregnancy

Tue, 9 Mar 2010 12:00:00 EST

The International Association of Diabetes and Pregnancy Study Groups issued recommendations on the diagnosis and classification of hyperglycemia in pregnancy.

Extreme Sleep Duration Linked to Increased Abdominal Fat in Minority Young Adults

Mon, 8 Mar 2010 12:00:00 EST

In a longitudinal study, extremes in sleep duration were related to increases in visceral and subcutaneous adipose tissue in minority young adults.

Thiazolidinedione Use Linked to Increased Fracture Risk in Women

Wed, 24 Feb 2010 12:00:00 EST

A study shows that thiazolidinedione use is associated with an increased risk for fractures in women, particularly in those older than 65 years.

Role of Stereotactic Radiosurgery in the Management of Pituitary Adenomas

Tue, 23 Feb 2010 12:00:00 EST

This review describes the use of stereotactic radiosurgery for the treatment of pituitary adenomas, which has a lower risk for adverse events compared with conventional fractioned radiation therapy.

Strategies for Integrating DPP-4 Therapies Into Diabetes Management

Tue, 23 Feb 2010 12:00:00 EST

DPP-4 inhibitors may address needs not previously met by agents that treat T2DM. Drs. R. Pratley, A. Marney, and R. Henry evaluate their role through interactive simulated patient scenarios.

Treatment of Postmenopausal Osteoporosis in a Patient With Celiac Disease

Mon, 22 Feb 2010 12:00:00 EST

Celiac disease is a risk factor for osteoporosis. The current case and review highlight special considerations in the diagnosis and management of osteoporosis in the setting of celiac disease.

Weekly Vitamin D3 Improves Vitamin D Insufficiency but Not Neuromuscular Function in Older Adults

Thu, 18 Feb 2010 12:00:00 EST

In a randomized trial, weekly treatment with 8400 IU of vitamin D3 raised serum 25-hydroxyvitamin D concentrations in elderly, vitamin D–insufficient individuals.

Primary Care Practice Intervention Can Prompt Weight Loss in Morbidly Obese

Tue, 2 Feb 2010 12:00:00 EST

The results are significant, as the majority of the primary care population does not see weight loss surgery as an option.

Sibutramine Now Contraindicated in Patients With a History of Cardiovascular Disease

Fri, 29 Jan 2010 12:00:00 EST

Based on an additional review of data from a large randomized trial, the FDA is recommending that patients with a history of cardiovascular disease should avoid sibutramine.

Paraganglioma Syndrome Type 1 in a Patient With Carney-Stratakis Syndrome

Mon, 25 Jan 2010 12:00:00 EST

The surgical management of pheochromocytomas in patients with paraganglioma syndromes can be challenging and depends on patient preference and biochemical outcomes.

Daily Calcium Plus Vitamin D Supplements May Reduce Fracture Risk

Fri, 22 Jan 2010 12:00:00 EST

A study shows that daily supplements of calcium and vitamin D are linked to a significantly lower risk for fracture, irrespective of age, sex, or previous fractures.

Accuracy of Point-of-Care Blood Glucose Monitoring in the Presence of Interfering Substances: Chronicle of a Medical Alert and Implications for Patient Safety in Different Clinical Settings

Fri, 22 Jan 2010 12:00:00 EST

Review the latest information about substances that can cause inaccurate blood glucose readings and the patient safety protocols that can help avoid these problems.

Dysbetalipoproteinemia

Fri, 22 Jan 2010 12:00:00 EST

HbA1c May Be Useful for Diabetes Screening, Diagnosis in Routine Clinical Practice

Thu, 21 Jan 2010 12:00:00 EST

A study shows that HbA1c levels of less than 5.5% and more than 7.0% predict absence or presence of type 2 diabetes, respectively, and that diabetes is highly probable at HbA1c levels of 6.5% to 6.9%.

High Fructose Intake Linked to Metabolic Syndrome, Kidney Disease

Fri, 15 Jan 2010 12:00:00 EST

Excessive intake of fructose, a common sweetener in soft drinks, can induce features of metabolic syndrome and may be a risk factor for chronic kidney disease.

Smoking Cessation Linked to Higher Short-Term Risk for Type 2 Diabetes

Fri, 8 Jan 2010 12:00:00 EST

Cigarette smoking predicts incident type 2 diabetes, but cessation leads to higher short-term risk, highlighting the need for diabetes prevention and early detection.

Thoracoabdominal Calcifications May Predict Cardiovascular Mortality

Fri, 8 Jan 2010 12:00:00 EST

In a cohort study, thoracoabdominal calcifications on radiography were significant predictors of cardiovascular and total mortality, especially in women with elevated C-reactive protein levels.

Dietary Fiber May Help Prevent Body Weight, Waist Circumference Gain

Wed, 6 Jan 2010 12:00:00 EST

In a prospective cohort study, dietary fiber, especially cereal fiber, was linked to prevention of gain in body weight and waist circumference.

American Diabetes Association Revises Diabetes Guidelines

Thu, 31 Dec 2009 12:00:00 EST

The new American Diabetes Association clinical practice recommendations promote hemoglobin A1c as a faster, easier diagnostic test for diabetes to reduce the number of undiagnosed patients.

Poor Glucose Homeostasis in Childhood May Predict Adult Prediabetes

Tue, 29 Dec 2009 12:00:00 EST

A heart study shows that adverse levels of glucose homeostasis variables in childhood persist into adulthood, predict adult prediabetes and type 2 diabetes, and relate to cardiometabolic risk factors.