WHAT’S NEW IN DIABETES CARE
- Author:
Ester Yeoh
- Publication Type:Journal Article
- Keywords:
Diabetes mellitus;
Hyperglycaemia;
Blood Pressure;
Lipid
- From:The Singapore Family Physician
2016;42(2):23-28
- CountrySingapore
- Language:English
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Abstract:
Diabetes mellitus is a chronic illness managed frequently by
the family physician. Along with glycaemic control,
consideration for other risk factor reduction for micro- and
macrovascular complications of diabetes is important. With
the introduction of newer pharmacological agents targeting
the different pathophysiological aspects of diabetes, it is
important for the family physician to make an informed
decision, considering the risks and benefits, when choosing
the most suitable therapeutic agent. A patient-centered
approach is thus crucial in the management of diabetes. This
review article focuses on the latest guidelines and new
developments in diabetes management in the recent 1-2
years.
