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Youth-Onset Type 2 Diabetes: The Epidemiology of an Awakening Epidemic

Year: 2023

Type: review

Abstract: In this narrative review, we describe the epidemiology (prevalence, incidence, temporal trends, and projections) of type 2 diabetes among children and adolescents (<20 years), focusing on data from the U.S. and reporting global estimates where available. Secondarily, we discuss the clinical course of youth-onset type 2 diabetes, from prediabetes to complications and comorbidities, drawing comparisons with youth type 1 diabetes to highlight the aggressive course of this condition, which, only recently, has become recognized as a pediatric disease by health care providers. Finally, we end with an overview of emerging topics in type 2 diabetes research that have potential to inform strategies for effective preventive action at the community and individual levels.

Source: Diabetes Care

DOI: 10.2337/dci22-0046

Authors: Wei Perng, Rebecca Conway, Elizabeth Mayer-Davis, Dana Dabelea

Institutions: Colorado School of Public Health, University of Colorado Anschutz, University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill

Language: English

Topic: Diabetes Management and Research

Subfield: Endocrinology, Diabetes and Metabolism

Field: Medicine

Domain: Health Sciences

SDG: Good health and well-being

Open Access status: bronze