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Chronic Venous Disease and Its Intersections With Diabetes Mellitus

R Jarošíková1, K Roztočil, J Husáková

  • 1Diabetes Centre, Institute for Clinical and Experimental Medicine, Praha 4, Czech Republic. jaar@ikem.cz.

Physiological Research
|July 14, 2023
PubMed

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Chronic venous disease (CVD), a common vascular disorder, affects 60-80% of people. Early diagnosis and treatment are crucial, especially considering its links with diabetes mellitus (DM).

Area of Science:

  • Vascular Medicine
  • Endocrinology

Background:

  • Chronic venous disease (CVD) is a prevalent vascular disorder characterized by impaired blood return and venous hypertension, affecting an estimated 60-80% of the population.
  • CVD shares common risk factors with other civilization diseases, including obesity and diabetes mellitus (DM).
  • Early detection and management are vital to prevent progression to severe complications such as venous leg ulcers.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To highlight the significant intersections between diabetes mellitus (DM) and chronic venous disease (CVD).
  • To emphasize the importance of screening CVD patients for DM due to its impact on symptoms, diagnosis, and treatment.
  • To address challenges in managing CVD in diabetic patients, including adherence to treatment and lifestyle changes.

Main Methods:

  • Review of existing literature on chronic venous disease and diabetes mellitus.
  • Analysis of the epidemiological data and clinical manifestations of CVD.
  • Examination of the impact of DM on CVD progression and treatment adherence.

Main Results:

  • CVD and DM share common risk factors, and DM complications can modify CVD symptoms.
  • The incidence of CVD appears similar in diabetic and non-diabetic populations.
  • Diabetic patients face a higher risk of CVD and peripheral arterial disease, alongside potential challenges with treatment compliance.

Conclusions:

  • Patients with CVD require thorough evaluation for DM, as its presence influences CVD management.
  • Integrated management strategies are necessary for patients with both CVD and DM.
  • Further research into the specific interactions and optimal treatment pathways for comorbid CVD and DM is warranted.

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