Related Experiment Video
Updated: Feb 8, 2026
08:10
An Ex Vivo Tissue Culture Model for Fibrovascular Complications in Proliferative Diabetic Retinopathy
Published on: January 25, 2019
8.3K
Diabetic chorea as a neurological complication
Tsuneaki Kenzaka1,2, Moemi Fujikawa2, Masanori Matsumoto2
1Division of Community Medicine and Career Development Kobe University Graduate School of Medicine Kobe Japan.
Clinical Case Reports
|July 11, 2018
Summary
Diabetic chorea, characterized by sudden involuntary movements, is a neurological complication linked to high blood sugar or significant blood glucose fluctuations in diabetes patients. This condition can sometimes be the first sign of undiagnosed diabetes.
Area of Science:
- Neurology
- Endocrinology
- Movement Disorders
Background:
- Diabetic chorea is an acute neurological complication associated with diabetes mellitus.
- It manifests as involuntary, rapid, jerky movements (chorea).
- This condition often occurs during hyperglycemic states or with rapid blood glucose level changes.
Purpose of the Study:
- To highlight diabetic chorea as a significant neurological complication of diabetes.
- To emphasize its association with glycemic control.
- To underscore its role in potentially diagnosing diabetes.
Main Methods:
- Clinical case review and analysis.
- Review of literature on diabetic chorea and movement disorders.
- Correlation of choreatic movements with glycemic status.
Main Results:
- Diabetic chorea presents with acute onset of unilateral or bilateral choreatic movements.
- The condition is directly linked to hyperglycemic states or drastic blood glucose fluctuations.
- In some instances, diabetic chorea leads to the initial diagnosis of diabetes.
Conclusions:
- Diabetic chorea is a crucial neurological manifestation of diabetes.
- It serves as an important indicator of glycemic dysregulation.
- Recognition of diabetic chorea aids in the early detection and management of diabetes.
Related Concept Videos
01:15Diabetes: Symptoms, Diagnosis, and Complications
2.4K
For most patients, experiencing several weeks of polyuria, polydipsia, fatigue, and significant weight loss may indicate the presence of diabetes. Furthermore, adults displaying the phenotypic appearance of type 2 diabetes (particularly those who are obese and not initially insulin-requiring), may have islet cell autoantibodies, suggesting autoimmune-mediated β cell destruction and a diagnosis of latent autoimmune diabetes of adults (LADA). The categorization of glucose homeostasis is...
2.4K
01:24Hemodialysis II: Procedure and Complications
895
DialyzersA hemodialysis (HD) dialyzer is a plastic cartridge containing thousands of parallel hollow fibers, which serve as semipermeable membranes. These fibers are typically made from cellulose-based or other synthetic materials. During HD, blood is pumped into the top of the cartridge and distributed among these fibers. Simultaneously, dialysis fluid, known as dialysate, is introduced into the bottom of the cartridge, bathing the outside of the fibers. Across the semipermeable membrane,...
895
01:20Pathophysiology of Diabetes
3.6K
Diabetes mellitus is a chronic metabolic disorder characterized by hyperglycemia. The four categories of diabetes are type 1 diabetes, type 2 diabetes, other specific types of diabetes, and gestational diabetes.
Type 1 diabetes is characterized by autoimmune-mediated destruction of pancreatic β cells, with environmental factors potentially triggering this process in genetically susceptible individuals. Despite many not having a family history, certain genes increase susceptibility,...
Type 1 diabetes is characterized by autoimmune-mediated destruction of pancreatic β cells, with environmental factors potentially triggering this process in genetically susceptible individuals. Despite many not having a family history, certain genes increase susceptibility,...
3.6K
01:30Pneumonia III: Complications and Assessment
885
Pneumonia poses the potential for numerous complications that warrant consideration. These complications include the following:
885
01:24Asthma-III: Symptoms and Complications
3.4K
Asthma, a common chronic respiratory condition, is classified considering the frequency and severity of symptoms alongside lung function impairment. Understanding this classification is essential for appropriate treatment and management. Here's a detailed look at the classification of asthma and its clinical features and complications:
Classification of Asthma
Classification of Asthma
3.4K
01:15Diabetes: Management and Pharmacotherapy
1.1K
The therapy for diabetes aims to alleviate hyperglycemia-related symptoms, prevent acute metabolic decompensation, and reduce chronic end-organ complications. Glycemic control is evaluated through short-term (self-monitoring, continuous glucose monitoring) and long-term (A1c, fructosamine) metrics, enabling near real-time tracking of blood glucose levels and reflecting glycemic control over specific time frames.
Insulin remains the cornerstone of treatment for most patients with type 1 and many...
Insulin remains the cornerstone of treatment for most patients with type 1 and many...
1.1K