scholarly journals Evaluation of Microalbuminuria and Glycosylated Hemoglobin in the Assessment of Diabetes Control in Children with Type 1 Diabetes Mellitus Hospitalized with Diabetic Ketoacidosis

2021 ◽  
Vol 12 (2) ◽  
Author(s):  
Saiprasad Onkareshwar Kavthekar ◽  
Vijay Tukaram Mali ◽  
Sachin Verma ◽  
Anil Bapurao Kurane ◽  
Nivedita Balasaheb Patil ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Diabetes Mellitus ◽  
Type 1 Diabetes ◽  
Diabetic Nephropathy ◽  
Glycemic Control ◽  
Type 1 Diabetes Mellitus ◽  
Hba1c Level ◽  
Glycosylated Hemoglobin ◽  
Duration Of Diabetes ◽  
Hba1c Control

Background: Microalbuminuria is thought to be an early predictor of impending diabetic nephropathy, while glycosylated hemoglobin (HbA1c) is a biochemical marker of long-term glycemic control in children with type 1 diabetes mellitus (T1DM). Objectives: The study aimed to evaluate the prevalence of microalbuminuria and its association with HbA1c on admission and duration of diabetes. Also, changes in HbA1c level on admission and three months after admission were studied to assess diabetes control in children with T1DM. Methods: This prospective study was conducted among 38 children (< 18 years) diagnosed with TIDM presenting with clinical signs, symptoms, and biochemical parameters of DKA. The presence of microalbuminuria, HbA1c level, and the number of past episodes of DKA were recorded. HbA1c level was again estimated after three months. The resultant data was tabulated and analyzed statistically (P < 0.05). Results: Microalbuminuria and poor HbA1c control were observed in 18% and 60% of the sample population, respectively. A significant association was found between HbA1c > 9% (P = 0.032) and the duration of diabetes > 4 years (P = 0.032) and microalbuminuria. Significant improvement in glycemic control was noted from the time of admission to three months after admission (9.76 ± 2.77 vs. 7.75 ± 1.28; P = 0.00012). A significant difference was observed between past DKA episodes according to HbA1c control (P < 0.001). Conclusions: Microalbuminuria assessment is needed in T1DM children, especially those with HbA1c > 9% and duration of diabetes > four years, to evaluate diabetic nephropathy. Good glycemic control can be achieved with effective insulin therapy accompanied by appropriate counseling and regular follow-up.

scholarly journals Family Support and Its Association with Glycemic Control in Adolescents with Type 1 Diabetes Mellitus in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia

2020 ◽  
Vol 2020 ◽  
pp. 1-6
Author(s):  
Adwa M. AlHaidar ◽  
Norah A. AlShehri ◽  
Munira A. AlHussaini
Keyword(s):  
Diabetes Mellitus ◽  
Type 1 Diabetes ◽  
Saudi Arabia ◽  
Glycemic Control ◽  
Type 1 Diabetes Mellitus ◽  
Hba1c Level ◽  
The Family ◽  
The Mean ◽  
Critical Situations

The prevalence of type 1 diabetes mellitus (T1DM) among children in Saudi Arabia is increasing with unfavorable outcomes. Therefore, in addition to pharmacotherapy, other measures should be studied regarding psychological aspects mainly among adolescents. The family, which acts as the primary caregiver at this age, may play a major role in disease management. Thus, this study is aimed at assessing the perception of adolescents about the behaviors of their families initially and at investigating the correlation between these behaviors and glycemic control. Up to our knowledge, there was no study in Saudi Arabia that addressed this issue previously. This cross-sectional observational study assessed adolescents aged 10–19 years diagnosed with T1DM on insulin and receiving follow-up care at the King Saud University Medical City in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. Data were collected via telephone interview and the verified “Modified Diabetes Social Support Questionnaire-Family version”. Glycemic control was then assessed using the most recent hemoglobin A1c (HbA1c) level recorded in their electronic files. Fifty-six adolescents participated in this study with an equal sex distribution (each n=28). Almost all participants were Saudis, and the majority were living in Riyadh (n=41). The mean age was 16.1±2.41 years with a mean of 6.1±4.14 years history of diabetes. The mean HbA1c level was 9.6±2.12%. Participants perceived all behaviors as supportive with “support in critical situations” being the highest (77.3%) and the only factor significantly related to HbA1c (p=0.017). Age was significantly related to all factors (p>0.05). Family plays a major role in the management of diabetes. Their supportive behaviors are perceived by their family members diagnosed with T1DM, but there has been no optimal association with disease control. However, the involvement of the family can aid in decreasing possible complications of the disease by intervening in critical situations.

scholarly journals Impact of COVID-19 Lockdown on Glycemic Control in Adults with Type 1 Diabetes Mellitus

2020 ◽  
Vol 4 (12) ◽  
Author(s):  
Begoña Pla ◽  
Alfonso Arranz ◽  
Carolina Knott ◽  
Miguel Sampedro ◽  
Sara Jiménez ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Diabetes Mellitus ◽  
Type 1 Diabetes ◽  
Glycemic Control ◽  
Type 1 Diabetes Mellitus ◽  
Glycosylated Hemoglobin ◽  
Glucose Monitoring ◽  
Glycemic Variability ◽  
Glucose Management ◽  
The Impact

Abstract Aim To examine the impact of the lockdown caused by the COVID-19 pandemic on both the glycemic control and the daily habits of a group of patients with type 1 diabetes mellitus (T1DM) using flash continuous glucose monitoring devices (flash CGMs). Methods Retrospective analysis based on all the information gathered in virtual consultations from a cohort of 50 adult patients with T1DM with follow-up at our site. We compared their CGM metrics during lockdown with their own previous data before the pandemic occurred, as well as the potential psychological and therapeutic changes. Results We observed a reduction of average glucose values: 160.26 ± 22.55 mg/dL vs 150 ± 20.96 mg/dL, P = .0009; estimated glycosylated hemoglobin: 7.21 ± 0.78% vs 6.83 ± 0.71%, P = .0005; glucose management indicator 7.15 ± 0.57% vs 6.88 ± 0.49%; P = .0003, and glycemic variability: 40.74 ± 6.66 vs 36.43 ± 6.09 P &lt; .0001. Time in range showed an improvement: 57.46 ± 11.85% vs a 65.76 ± 12.09%, P &lt; .0001, without an increase in percentage of time in hypoglycemia. Conclusions COVID-19 lockdown was associated with an improvement in glycemic control in patients with T1DM using CGMs.

Association of dislipidemia and glycemic control in patients with type 1 diabetes mellitus

2018 ◽  
Author(s):  
Elena Makhlina ◽  
Tatiana Mokhort ◽  
Yana Navmenova ◽  
Marina Kaplieva ◽  
Irina Savosteeva
Keyword(s):  
Diabetes Mellitus ◽  
Type 1 Diabetes ◽  
Glycemic Control ◽  
Type 1 Diabetes Mellitus

Diabetic nephropathy and arterial stiffness in patients with type 1 diabetes mellitus

2019 ◽  
Author(s):  
Karina Sarkisova ◽  
Iwona-Renata Jarek-Martynowa ◽  
Marina Shestakova ◽  
Minara Shamkhalova ◽  
Alexander Parfenov
Keyword(s):  
Diabetes Mellitus ◽  
Type 1 Diabetes ◽  
Diabetic Nephropathy ◽  
Arterial Stiffness ◽  
Type 1 Diabetes Mellitus

scholarly journals Glycemic control associated factors in type 1 diabetes mellitus patients: a cross sectional study

2015 ◽  
Vol 7 (S1) ◽  
Author(s):  
Patrícia Ramos Guzatti ◽  
Amely PS Balthazar ◽  
Maria Heloisa Busi da Silva Canalli ◽  
Thais Fagnani Machado
Keyword(s):  
Diabetes Mellitus ◽  
Type 1 Diabetes ◽  
Glycemic Control ◽  
Type 1 Diabetes Mellitus ◽  
Associated Factors ◽  
Cross Sectional Study ◽  
Sectional Study ◽  
Cross Sectional

Relationship between glycemic control, ethnicity and socioeconomic status in Hispanic and white non-Hispanic youths with type 1 diabetes mellitus

2003 ◽  
Vol 4 (1) ◽  
pp. 19-23 ◽  
Author(s):  
Angela R. Gallegos-Macias ◽  
Santiago R. Macias ◽  
Ellen Kaufman ◽  
Betty Skipper ◽  
Norton Kalishman
Keyword(s):  
Diabetes Mellitus ◽  
Socioeconomic Status ◽  
Type 1 Diabetes ◽  
Glycemic Control ◽  
Type 1 Diabetes Mellitus
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