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Suicides in men with IDDM

K O Kyvik1, E N Stenager, A Green

  • 1Genetic Epidemiologic Research Unit, Odense University, Denmark.

Diabetes Care
|March 1, 1994
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Young men with insulin-dependent diabetes mellitus (IDDM) face a higher risk of suicide. This study suggests suicide is an underestimated cause of death in this population.

Area of Science:

  • Endocrinology
  • Psychiatry
  • Public Health

Background:

  • Insulin-dependent diabetes mellitus (IDDM) is a chronic condition requiring lifelong management.
  • Understanding the full spectrum of health risks associated with IDDM is crucial for patient care.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To investigate the incidence of suicide among men diagnosed with IDDM.
  • To determine if IDDM is associated with an increased risk of suicide.

Main Methods:

  • A cohort of 1,682 Danish men diagnosed with IDDM before age 20 was followed from diagnosis to 1991.
  • Record linkage with national registries and death certificates was used to ascertain mortality data.
  • Standardized mortality ratios (SMRs) were calculated, adjusting for age and calendar time.

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Main Results:

  • A statistically significant increased risk of suicide was observed in the 20-24 age group (SMR 2.98, P < 0.05).
  • While not statistically significant overall (SMR 1.6), 12 official suicides occurred.
  • Re-evaluation of deaths from unknown causes and accidents identified additional probable or possible suicides.

Conclusions:

  • Young men with IDDM may have a higher risk of suicide than the general population.
  • Suicide may be an underreported cause of death in individuals with IDDM.