Hyperglycemia in the hospital is associated with increased morbidity such as higher rates of infection and cardiac events. Cleveland Clinic endocrinologists are working to reduce the risks.
Subclinical Cushing’s Syndrome: Navigating a Gray Area
Because of complications related to diagnosis and management of subclinical Cushing’s syndrome, close monitoring of patients is essential.
Study: Self-Management of Type 1 Diabetes in the Acute Care Setting
Hospitals seeking to undertake a self-management approach to diabetes care need to draft clear institutional policies. A closer look at results of a Cleveland Clinic study.
Study: Transitioning from Intravenous to Subcutaneous Insulin in the MICU
Transitioning patients from IV to subcutaneous insulin is a risky time for patients in the hospital. Endocrinology and Medical ICU team up to take a closer look at why.
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People with Diabetes May Be Missing Out on HDL Cardiovascular Protections
A Cleveland Clinic study reveals a mechanism that rapidly destroys high-density lipoprotein (HDL) in people with Type 2 diabetes, negating cardiovascular protections.
Caring for Aging Patients with Diabetes
Today, one in four people age 65 and older has diabetes, according to the American Diabetes Association. Diabetes Educator Melissa Matteo, RD, sees many geriatric patients. Here, she provides insight on diet and food/medication interactions for older patients with diabetes.
Study Probes the Consequences of Metabolic Syndrome in Kidney Disease
Six percent of Americans have both chronic kidney disease and metabolic syndrome. A Cleveland Clinic study looks for associations among metabolic syndrome, end stage renal disease and death.