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New approaches to improve diabetes control.

R A Guthrie1

  • 1University of Kansas School of Medicine-Wichita.

American Family Physician
|February 1, 1991
PubMed
Summary

Since insulin's 1921 discovery, diabetes mellitus management has advanced significantly. New therapies for type I and type II diabetes improve glucose control, aided by self-monitoring blood glucose information for physicians.

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Area of Science:

  • Endocrinology
  • Metabolic Diseases
  • Pharmacology

Background:

  • Diabetes mellitus knowledge has expanded since insulin's 1921 discovery.
  • Therapeutic advancements target both type I and type II diabetes.
  • Plasma glucose normalization is a key management goal.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To review the advancements in diabetes mellitus management.
  • To highlight the impact of specific therapies on glucose control.
  • To emphasize the role of self-monitoring in clinical decision-making.

Main Methods:

  • Literature review of diabetes mellitus research since 1921.
  • Analysis of therapeutic outcomes for type I and type II diabetes.
  • Evaluation of self-monitoring of blood glucose data's influence.

Main Results:

  • Significant progress in normalizing plasma glucose levels for diabetic patients.
  • Development of specific therapies leading to improved diabetes management.
  • Increased physician confidence in diabetes control decisions due to self-monitoring data.

Conclusions:

  • Diabetes mellitus management has evolved substantially due to scientific and therapeutic progress.
  • Self-monitoring of blood glucose empowers physicians with data for safer diabetes control.
  • Continued research and application of knowledge are vital for optimal diabetes care.

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