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Vascular reactivity in diabetes mellitus
1Division of Endocrinology, Diabetes and Metabolism, State University of New York at Buffalo, Kaleida Health, 3 Gates Circle, Buffalo, NY 14209, USA. Achaudhuri@Kaleidahealth.org
Current Diabetes Reports
|March 20, 2003
Summary
Cardiovascular disease is a major cause of death in diabetes mellitus. Improving endothelial function through various treatments shows promise for better cardiovascular outcomes in diabetic patients.
Area of Science:
- Cardiology
- Endocrinology
- Vascular Biology
Background:
- Cardiovascular disease accounts for 70% of deaths in diabetes mellitus.
- Endothelial dysfunction is an early marker of atherosclerosis, detectable noninvasively.
- Factors like hyperglycemia, insulin resistance, and microvascular issues impair diabetic endothelial function.
Purpose of the Study:
- To explore the role of endothelial dysfunction in cardiovascular disease in diabetes mellitus.
- To review mechanisms contributing to endothelial dysfunction in diabetes.
- To assess interventions that improve endothelial function and cardiovascular outcomes.
Main Methods:
- Review of current literature on endothelial function, diabetes, and cardiovascular disease.
- Analysis of noninvasive methods for assessing endothelial function.
- Evaluation of therapeutic strategies impacting endothelial function and clinical outcomes.
Main Results:
- Insulin resistance and hyperglycemia are key contributors to endothelial dysfunction.
- Improved glycemic control, lipid-lowering agents, and specific medications enhance endothelial function.
- Several interventions have demonstrated improvements in both endothelial function and cardiovascular outcomes.
Conclusions:
- Endothelial dysfunction is a critical factor in cardiovascular complications of diabetes.
- Therapeutic strategies targeting endothelial function may improve cardiovascular health in diabetic patients.
- Further clinical trials are needed to validate these strategies in practice.