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Showing 1 to 20 of 73 for “"glycaemic control"”.
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Poor glycaemic control in adolescents with type 1 diabetes
… with type 1 diabetes (T1DM) have suboptimal glycaemic control, increasing the risk of diabetic complications. This thesis explores some of the causes, consequences and therapeutic options for adolescents with T1DM and poor glycaemic control. Insulin resistance occurs in T1DM and normal …
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Glycaemic control in pregnancies complicated by type 1 diabetes
… goal of treatment for these women is to optimise glycaemic control and thereby improve clinical outcomes for themselves and for their baby. This thesis examines glycaemic control in the mothers and infants of pregnancies affected by type 1 diabetes. I present the first home studies of closed-loop …
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An evaluation of factors that affect glycaemic control and its measurements in diabetes mellitus
… health care provider. Delayed detection and poor glycaemic control are both associated with a significant increase in the risk of patient morbidity and mortality. With almost 1 in 25 people in the general population suffering from DM, it is crucial that this condition is managed and treated …
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Investigations into the Effects of Turmeric, Cinnamon and Green Tea on Glycaemic Control and Liver Enzymes
… glucose and insulin levels in order to improve glycaemic control. One of the studies was to gain an understanding of food factors affecting postprandial satiety. The ingestion of 6 g turmeric increased postprandial serum insulin levels, but did not seem to affect plasma glucose levels or …
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The effects of polyphenol rich chocolate on cardiovascular risk and glycaemic control in type 2 diabetes mellitus
… native flavanols (predominantly epicatechins) on glycaemic control and markers of cardiovascular risk in T2DM.Methodology:An exploratory review of the literature suggested that the effect of chocolate might be greater than that seen with cocoa. This thesis considered the published literature to …
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The roles of genetics and glycaemic control in the development of LVH and Heart Failure in Type 2 Diabetes
… or HF, proposed factors influencing this include glycaemic control and genetic factors. No studies to date have looked at the genetics of LVH and HF specifically in T2DM.This thesis investigates the importance of glycaemic control and genetic factors in HF and LVH in T2DM. Data from patients with …
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Review of the Effects of Diabetes Mellitus Group Education with Practitioner-directed Insulin Dosage Adjustments on Glycaemic Control at a Public Sector Primary Health Care Clinic in Khayelitsha
Aim: In view of the high burden of poorly controlled diabetes mellitus in South Africa, this study evaluated the effect of diabetes group education sessions, coupled with the provision of practitioner-directed insulin dosage adjustments based on home blood glucose readings, on patients' glycaemic …
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Psychosocial screening in children and adolescents with type 1 diabetes
… explain why many young people fail to adequately control their diabetes. Research examining the potential benefits of introducing psychosocial screening into routine clinical care is lacking. This study aimed to evaluate the utility of psychosocial screening incorporated into routine clinical …
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The diabetic diet : education, compliance and practical applications
… investigate different methods of improving the glycaemic control of diabetic out-patients, within the scope of the author's training both as a therapeutic dietitian and as a teacher. Evidence is presented from the literature, which indicates that high-carbohydrate, high-fibre diets are of …
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The Community Pharmacists’ Role Enhancing Medicines Management for Type II Diabetes in Tripoli, Libya. A Randomised Controlled Trial in Community Pharmacy to Investigate Knowledge and Practice in Relation To Type II Diabetes and Glycaemic Control
… There were two aims; improving type II diabetes glycaemic control; and enhancing the role of community pharmacists by engaging them in type II diabetes medicine management. Methods: This quantitative study collected data from both community pharmacists and patients. In a premises survey, 426 …
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Alterations in the macronutrient content of the diet and the effects on body composition, cardiovascular disease risk and the control of energy metabolism in obese patients with type 2 diabetes mellitus.
… that a low-carbohydrate diet (LCHOD) can improve glycaemic control in people diagnosed with type 2 diabetes (T2DM). The objective of the current study was to compare two ways of administration of a LCHOD - self-prepared meals versus ready-made meals. The study examined each method's effect on …
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Barriers to initiating insulin therapy for patients with poorly controlled type 2 diabetes mellitus on maximum dose of oral agents in public sector primary health care centres in Cape Town, South Africa
… health centers (CHCS) and have unsatisfactory glycaemic control. Insulin therapy is indicated in patients with type 2 diabetes, with inadequate metabolic control on maximum oral therapy. Insulin can be initiated in these CHCs.
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Dietary advice for people with diabetes: the role of carbohydrate in dietary treatment and an assessment of video education
… Study 1 was designed as a randomised controlled trial to evaluate the effect of a low carbohydrate (LC) and low fat (LF) diet on glycaemic control and body weight in 26 subjects. Weight loss was greater in the LC group (-6.9kg v -2.1kg, p=0.003). Glycaemic control improved in both …
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Assessment and Treatment of Impaired Insulin- Secretion and Action in Type 2 Diabetes
… with increased morbidity and mortality. Optimal glycaemic control reduces the progression of diabetic complications. Over time, there is a steady deterioration of glycaemic control that raises the need for effective therapy targeted at the underlying defects in order to achieve treatment goals. …
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The prevention of adverse neurodevelopmental outcomes in children born to diabetic mothers
… could reduce the incidence of GDM, if maternal glycaemic control during pregnancy and labour was associated with later neurodevelopment and if prophylactic dextrose gel one hour after birth to prevent neonatal hypoglycaemia improved neurodevelopment in early childhood. In a prospective cohort …
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An audit of the prevalence of abnormal fasting blood glucose levels in patients presenting for elective surgery at a selection of Western Cape government hospitals
… in the surgical environment. Furthermore, poorly controlled DM is associated with an increased risk of perioperative complications and mortality. Objectives. The primary objective was to establish the prevalence of DM in elective adult non-cardiac, non-obstetric surgical patients in Western Cape …
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The contribution of diabetes mellitus to lower extremity amputations in four public sector hospitals in Cape Town for 2009 and 2010
… optimal care of diabetic patients, long term glycaemic control and a decrease in complications and hospital admissions can be achieved. Lower extremity amputations can be the result of complications due to poor glycaemic control. There are, however, few studies that have been done in South …
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Complex Oral Diagnosis of Children and Adolescents with Diabetes and Obesity /// Комплексна орална диагностика на деца и подрастващи със захарен диабет и затлъстяване
… as a possible risk factor for poor metabolic control in patients with diabetes. Occurring oral manifestations in DM often lead to more frequent use of dental care. Aim of the study To make a complex oral diagnosis of children and adolescents with diabetes mellitus and children with obesity in …
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The impact of closed-loop insulin delivery on glucose control in children and young people with type 1 diabetes mellitus: Longer-term benefits across the paediatric age-spectrum
… in children and young people with suboptimal glycaemic control was investigated. Compared to standard insulin pump therapy with or without glucose sensor, hybrid closed-loop therapy was safe and improved glycaemic control over this six-month period. Post-hoc outcomes highlighted that …
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The Role of Digital Technology in the Self- Management of Type 2 Diabetes Among the Aging Population, in the United Kingdom. A Systematic Literature Review.
… of diabetes is crucial for maintaining glycaemic control and preventing complications. In recent years, digital technology has played an increasing role in supporting self-management, offering tools such as mobile applications, wearable devices, telehealth, and artificial …
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