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Characterizing Multimorbidity from Type 2 Diabetes

Year: 2021

Type: review

Abstract: Patients with type 2 diabetes mellitus (T2DM) often live with and develop multiple co-occurring conditions, namely multimorbidity, with diffuse impacts on clinical care and patient quality of life. However, literature characterizing T2DM-related multimorbidity patterns is limited. This review summarizes the findings from the emerging literature characterizing and quantifying the association of T2DM with multimorbidity clusters. The authors' findings reveal 3 dominant cluster types appearing in patients with T2DM-related multimorbidity, such as cardiometabolic precursor conditions, vascular conditions, and mental health conditions. The authors recommend that holistic patient care centers around early detection of other comorbidities and consideration of wider risk factors.

Source: Endocrinology and Metabolism Clinics of North America

DOI: 10.1016/j.ecl.2021.05.012

Authors: Meryem Cicek, James Buckley, Jonathan Pearson-Stuttard, Edward W. Gregg

Institutions: Imperial College London, MRC Centre for Environment and Health

Language: English

Topic: Chronic Disease Management Strategies

Subfield: Epidemiology

Field: Medicine

Domain: Health Sciences

SDG: Good health and well-being

Open Access status: hybrid

Estimated APC paid: $3,540