Glycaemic control is still central in the hierarchy of priorities in type 2 diabetes management
2024

The Importance of Glycaemic Control in Type 2 Diabetes Management

publication Evidence: high

Author Information

Author(s): Kamlesh Khunti, Francesco Zaccardi, Aslam Amod, Vanita R. Aroda, Pablo Aschner, Stephen Colagiuri, Viswanathan Mohan, Juliana C. N. Chan

Primary Institution: Diabetes Research Centre, University of Leicester, Leicester, UK

Hypothesis

Is glycaemic control still a central strategy in managing type 2 diabetes?

Conclusion

Early and intensive glycaemic control is crucial for reducing long-term complications in type 2 diabetes.

Supporting Evidence

  • Intensive glycaemic control has been shown to reduce the risk of long-term complications.
  • Early diagnosis and treatment can prevent complications in high-risk individuals.
  • Multifactorial management is essential for effective diabetes care.

Takeaway

Keeping blood sugar levels in check is really important for people with diabetes to stay healthy and avoid problems later on.

Methodology

A panel of diabetes experts reviewed literature and discussed the role of glycaemic control in diabetes management.

Limitations

Lack of RCTs on the synergistic effects of intensive glucose control and newer glucose-lowering drugs.

Digital Object Identifier (DOI)

10.1007/s00125-024-06254-w

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