Diabetes does not appear to worsen the outcome of drug-eluting stents (DES) used for acute myocardial infarction (MI), a new study shows. Reuters Health Information
An observational study found that drinking diet soda at least daily was associated with significantly greater risks for select incident metabolic syndrome components and type 2 diabetes. Medscape Medical News
What is the clinical relevance of RAAS blockade in the prevention and treatment of the metabolic syndrome and cardiovascular disease? Clinical Endocrinology
A study shows that a diet with a high glycemic load and glycemic index or a diet high in sugar does not affect the body composition of children aged 2 to 7 years. Medscape Medical News
Diabetes and chronic kidney disease often affect patients in tandem, creating complex treatment questions. Evaluation, diagnosis, and management of these complexities are presented in this guide. The National Kidney Foundation
