An Insight into the Pathogenesis of Diabetic Cardiomyopathy Along with the Novel Potential Therapeutic Approaches

Himangi Vig1, A P Ravinandan2, Hunsur Nagendra Vishwas3

  • 1Pranveer Singh Institute of Technology (Pharmacy) NH2 Agra Kanpur Highway Kanpur, India.

Insights

Diabetic cardiomyopathy involves abnormal heart function in diabetes patients, increasing cardiovascular risks. New treatments like GLP-1 receptor agonists and SGLT2 inhibitors show promise for managing this condition.

Area of Science:

  • Cardiology
  • Endocrinology
  • Molecular Biology

Background:

  • Diabetic cardiomyopathy is a distinct cardiac dysfunction in diabetes, independent of other cardiovascular diseases.
  • Diabetes patients face a significantly higher risk of cardiovascular mortality and heart failure.

Approach:

  • This review synthesizes current literature on diabetic cardiomyopathy's pathophysiology and treatments.
  • Research involved a comprehensive search of Google Scholar and publications from major scientific publishers.

Key Points:

  • Hyperglycemia and insulin resistance drive cardiac remodeling, including left ventricular thickening and fibrosis, leading to diastolic dysfunction.
  • Pathophysiology involves altered metabolism, impaired calcium handling, oxidative stress, inflammation, and advanced glycation end-product accumulation.
  • Specific molecular and cellular irregularities contribute to the progression of diabetic cardiomyopathy.

Conclusions:

  • Antihyperglycemic agents are crucial for managing microvascular complications in diabetes.
  • Emerging therapies like GLP-1 receptor agonists and SGLT2 inhibitors offer direct cardiovascular benefits.
  • Novel treatments, including miRNA and stem cell therapies, are under investigation for curing and preventing diabetic cardiomyopathy.
Abstract

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