Experience of family function, family involvement, and self‐management in adult patients with type 2 diabetes

Source: Journal of Advanced Nursing Follow this link to read an abstract Date of publication: Feb 2020 Publication type: Journal article In a nutshell: To describe the patient’s experience of family function and its importance in diabetes‐related self‐management. Some important notes: This article may be available via NHS Athens or through your local NHS Library. To search for your nearest library, please see http://www.hlisd.org/

Efficacy of two telemonitoring systems to improve glycaemic control during basal insulin initiation in patients with type 2 diabetes: The TeleDiab‐2 randomized controlled trial

Source: Diabetes, Obesity and Metabolism Follow this link to read an abstract Date of publication: June 19 Publication type: Journal article In a nutshell:  TeleDiab-2 was a 13-month randomized controlled trial evaluating the efficacy and safety of two telemonitoring systems in subjects with inadequately controlled type 2 diabetes. Some important notes: This article may be available via NHS Athens or through your local NHS Library. To search for your nearest library, please see http://www.hlisd.org/

Understanding the mechanisms of reversal of type 2 diabetes

Source: Lancet Diabetes & Endocrinology Follow this link to read an abstract Date of publication: May 19 Publication type: Journal article In a nutshell:  Type 2 diabetes is a condition mainly caused by excess, yet reversible, fat accumulation in the liver and pancreas. Removal of excess fat from these organs via substantial weight loss can normalise blood glucose levels. Some important notes: This article may be available via NHS Athens or through your local NHS Library. To search for your nearest library, please see http://www.hlisd.org/

Two for one? Effects of a couples intervention on partners of persons with Type 2 diabetes

Source: Diabetic Medicine  Follow this link to read an abstract Date of publication: Apr 19 Publication type: Journal article In a nutshell:  To compare the outcomes of partners who participated in a telephone couples behavioural intervention to improve glycaemic control in persons with Type 2 diabetes with those of untreated partners of participants in an individual intervention or education. Some important notes: This article may be available via NHS Athens or through your local NHS Library. To search for your nearest library, please see http://www.hlisd.org/

The benefits of non‐surgical weight management on weight and glycaemic control in people with complex type 2 diabetes

Source: Endocrinology, diabetes and metabolism  Follow this link to read an abstract Date of publication: Feb 19 Publication type: Journal article In a nutshell:  Optimizing diabetes management in patients with complex type 2 diabetes (T2DM) and obesity presents challenges. This study evaluates weight and HbA1c at 12 months (primary outcomes) and blood pressure, lipids, medication and lifestyle changes (secondary outcomes) in patients referred by a diabetes specialist (DSN) to the weight management intervention (Slimming World). Some important notes: This article may be available via NHS Athens or through your local NHS Library. To search for your nearest library, please see http://www.hlisd.org/

Predictors of glycemic management among patients with type 2 diabetes

Source: Journal of Clinical Nursing Follow this link to read an abstract Date of publication: Jan 19 Publication type: Journal article In a nutshell:  Lower level of education and longer duration with diabetes were associated with poor glycemic control. Study outcomes support interventions are needed to target the ongoing educational needs of individuals with type 2 diabetes mellitus. Some important notes: This article may be available via NHS Athens or through your local NHS Library. To search for your nearest library, please see http://www.hlisd.org/

Carbohydrate restriction for glycaemic control in Type 2 diabetes

Source: Diabetic Medicine

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Date of publication: Nov 18

Publication type: Journal article

In a nutshell: To conduct a systematic review and meta‐analysis to evaluate the effect of carbohydrate restriction on glycaemic control in Type 2 diabetes.

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Systemic effects of periodontitis treatment in patients with type 2 diabetes

Source: Lancet Diabetes & Endocrinology

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Date of publication: Oct 18

Publication type: Journal article

In a nutshell: Chronic inflammation is believed to be a major mechanism underlying the pathophysiology of type 2 diabetes. Periodontitis is a cause of systemic inflammation. We aimed to assess the effects of periodontal treatment on glycaemic control in people with type 2 diabetes.

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Improved glycaemic control and treatment satisfaction with a simple wearable 3‐day insulin delivery device among people with Type 2 diabetes

Source: Diabetic Medicine

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Date of publication: June 18

Publication type: Journal article

In a nutshell: To evaluate the PAQ^® (CeQur SA, Horw, Switzerland), a wearable 3‐day insulin delivery device that provides set basal rates and bolus insulin on demand, in people with Type 2 diabetes.

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Characterizing adults with Type 2 diabetes mellitus and intellectual disability

Source: Diabetic Medicine

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Date of publication: Feb 18

Publication type: Journal article

In a nutshell: To report the results of a case-finding study conducted during a feasibility trial of a supported self-management intervention for adults with mild to moderate intellectual disability and Type 2 diabetes mellitus, and to characterize the study sample in terms of diabetes control, health, and access to diabetes management services and support.

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Prevention of cardiovascular disease through reduction of glycaemic exposure in type 2 diabetes

Source: Diabetes, Obesity and Metabolism

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Date of publication: Feb 18

Publication type: Journal article

In a nutshell: Type 2 diabetes is a leading cause of cardiovascular disease (CVD). Observational studies have consistently shown an association between glycaemic level and risk of major adverse cardiovascular events (MACE); however, intervention studies have provided limited evidence supporting a reduction in the cardiovascular burden of diabetes through intensive glucose control.

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A study on the glycemic, lipid and blood pressure control of type 2 diabetes patients of Kerala

Source: Diabetes & Metabolic Syndrome: Clinical Research & Reviews

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Date of publication: October 2017

Publication type: Journal article

In a nutshell: Aim of the study was to detect the level of comprehensive diabetes control among the diabetic patients of Kerala, India.

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