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Impact of glucose fluctuations on white matter hyperintensity in type 2 diabetic patients
Xin Chen1, Wanbing Qian2, Xin Wang3
1Department of Neurology, The Third Affiliated Hospital of Soochow University, Changzhou, 213000, China.
Objectives:
The mean amplitude of glycemic excursion (MAGE) is widely recognized for representing glucose fluctuation extent, its implications in cerebral small vessel disease remain unclear. This study aims to investigate the correlation between MAGE and white matter hyperintensity (WMH).
Materials And Methods:
This cross-sectional study, spanning from March 2021 to October 2022, included 212 type 2 diabetic patients aged between 50 and 80. Participants underwent MRI scans and continuous glucose monitoring. Clinical and laboratory data were compiled for analysis. WMH volumes were evaluated using both the Fazekas visual rating scale and a quantitative approach. Based on Fazekas scores, patients were categorized into low level of WMH (L-WMH, n = 88) and high level of WMH (H-WMH, n = 124) groups.
Results:
MAGE levels were significantly higher in the H-WMH group compared to the L-WMH group. Time below range [TBR< 3.9] emerged as an independent risk factor for elevated MAGE. Both MAGE and TBR< 3.9 independently correlated with an increased WMH burden. Additionally, MAGE was identified as a partial mediator in the relationship between TBR< 3.9 and WMH volumes.
Conclusion:
MAGE and hypoglycemia exhibit independent associations with WMH in diabetic patients. Moreover, hypoglycemia may indirectly influence WMH progression through the augmentation of glucose fluctuations.
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