Vella, S. and Petrie, J. R. (2015) Macrovascular disease: pathogenesis and risk assessment. Medicine, 43(1), pp. 1-6. (doi: 10.1016/j.mpmed.2014.10.012)
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Abstract
Type 2 diabetes mellitus is characterized by obesity and insulin resistance (IR). Macrovascular (cardiovascular) disease (CVD) encompasses myocardial infarction, stroke and peripheral artery disease. It is caused by atherosclerosis, a complex pathological process that is accelerated in people with diabetes and therefore accounts for a higher proportion of total mortality. Risk is modified by established factors including hypertension and dyslipidaemia (which are linked with underlying insulin resistance), and microalbuminuria/renal impairment. Hyperglycaemia is a relatively weak risk factor for CVD once diabetes is established. Potential ‘novel’ predictors include elevated B-type natriuretic peptide, hypoadiponectinaemia, vitamin D and testosterone deficiencies, as well as chronic periodontitis and collagen vascular disorders. Early identification of cases and prompt management of risk factors is important in improving long-term outcome. Smoking cessation is a neglected area that requires urgent attention. Relative cardiovascular risk also remains high in type 1 diabetes, particularly in younger patients, and is also an important area for future research.
| Item Type: | Articles |
|---|---|
| Status: | Published |
| Refereed: | Yes |
| Glasgow Author(s) Enlighten ID: | Petrie, Professor John |
| Authors: | Vella, S., and Petrie, J. R. |
| College/School: | College of Medical Veterinary and Life Sciences > School of Cardiovascular & Metabolic Health |
| Journal Name: | Medicine |
| Publisher: | Elsevier |
| ISSN: | 1357-3039 |
| ISSN (Online): | 1878-9390 |
| Published Online: | 22 November 2014 |
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