scholarly journals Predictors of Erectile Dysfunction in Men with Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus Referred to a Tertiary Healthcare Centre

2016 ◽  
Vol 2016 ◽  
pp. 1-8 ◽  
Author(s):  
Theophilus Ugwu ◽  
Ignatius Ezeani ◽  
Samuel Onung ◽  
Babatope Kolawole ◽  
Rosemary Ikem
Keyword(s):  
Diabetes Mellitus ◽  
Risk Factors ◽  
Erectile Dysfunction ◽  
Glycemic Control ◽  
Autonomic Neuropathy ◽  
Erectile Function ◽  
Poor Glycemic Control ◽  
Testosterone Deficiency ◽  
Tertiary Healthcare

Background. The frequency of erectile dysfunction (ED) complicating diabetes mellitus (DM) is reportedly high. However, its risk factors have not been well studied. Methods. This was a cross-sectional study of 160 male type 2 DM adults, aged 30–70 years, attending a tertiary healthcare clinic. Demographic and relevant clinical information was documented. Erectile function was assessed using an abridged version of the International Index of Erectile Function (IIEF-5). All subjects were evaluated for central obesity, glycemic control, peripheral arterial disease (PAD), autonomic neuropathy, dyslipidemia, and testosterone deficiency. Results. 152 (95%) patients with a mean age of 60.3 ± 8.8 years completed the study. 71.1% had varying degrees of ED, while 58.3% suffered from a moderate-to-severe form. Independent predictors of ED [presented as adjusted odds ratio (95% confidence interval)] were longer duration of DM, 1.14 (1.02–1.28), PAD, 3.87 (1.28–11.67), autonomic neuropathy, 3.51 (1.82–6.79), poor glycemic control, 7.12 (2.49–20.37), and testosterone deficiency, 6.63 (2.61–16.83). Conclusion. The prevalence of ED and its severe forms was high in this patient population. Poor glycemic control and testosterone deficiency were the strongest risk factors for ED, making it possibly a preventable condition.

scholarly journals Factors Associated with Long-Term Control of Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus

2016 ◽  
Vol 2016 ◽  
pp. 1-8 ◽  
Author(s):  
Mohammed Badedi ◽  
Yahiya Solan ◽  
Hussain Darraj ◽  
Abdullah Sabai ◽  
Mohamed Mahfouz ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Diabetes Mellitus ◽  
Risk Factors ◽  
Type 2 Diabetes ◽  
Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus ◽  
Glycemic Control ◽  
Care Center ◽  
Poor Glycemic Control ◽  
Health Care Center ◽  
Factors Associated

Aims.This study assessed factors associated with glycemic control among Saudi patients with Type 2 diabetes mellitus (T2DM).Methods.We conducted an analytical cross-sectional study, which included a random sample of 288 patients with T2DM proportional to the diabetes population of each primary health care center in Jazan city, Kingdom of Saudi Arabia.Results.More than two-thirds (74%) of patients had poor glycemic control. Lack of education, polypharmacy, and duration of diabetes ≥ 7 years were significantly associated with higher glycated hemoglobin (HbA1c). Moreover, patients who were smoker or divorced were significantly more likely to have higher HbA1c. The patients who did not comply with diet or take their medications as prescribed had poor glycemic control. The study found lower HbA1c levels among patients who received family support or had close relationship with their physicians. Similarly, knowledgeable patients towards diabetes or those with greater confidence in ability to manage self-care behaviors had a lower HbA1c. In contrast, risk factors such as depression or stress were significantly correlated with poorer glycemic control.Conclusion.The majority of T2DM patients had poor glycemic control. The study identified several factors associated with glycemic control. Effective and tailored interventions are needed to mitigate exposure to these risk factors. This would improve glycemic control and reduce the risks inherent to diabetes complications.

1503-P: Assessment of Erectile Dysfunction in Men with Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus Using the International Index of Erectile Function (IIEF) Questionnaire

Diabetes ◽  
2020 ◽  
Vol 69 (Supplement 1) ◽  
pp. 1503-P ◽  
Author(s):  
MUKULESH GUPTA ◽  
KUMAR PRAFULL CHANDRA ◽  
ARUNKUMAR PANDE ◽  
RAJIV AWASTHI ◽  
AJOY TEWARI ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Diabetes Mellitus ◽  
Type 2 Diabetes ◽  
Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus ◽  
Erectile Dysfunction ◽  
Erectile Function

scholarly journals Laboratory Parameters of Hemostasis, Adhesion Molecules, and Inflammation in Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus: Correlation with Glycemic Control

2020 ◽  
Vol 17 (1) ◽  
pp. 300 ◽  
Author(s):  
Eleonora Palella ◽  
Rossella Cimino ◽  
Salvatore A. Pullano ◽  
Antonino S. Fiorillo ◽  
Elio Gulletta ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Diabetes Mellitus ◽  
Type 2 Diabetes ◽  
Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus ◽  
Glycemic Control ◽  
Adhesion Molecules ◽  
Adhesion Molecule ◽  
Vascular Complications ◽  
Poor Glycemic Control ◽  
Pai 1

Background: Type 2 diabetes mellitus (T2DM) is characterized by a prothrombotic state, predisposing to vascular complications. Some related markers, linking thrombophilia to hemostasis and inflammation, however, have been poorly explored in relation to patients’ glycemia. We therefore investigated the association of laboratory hemostatic parameters, circulating adhesion molecules (ADMs), white blood cell (WBC) count, and neutrophil/lymphocyte ratio (NLR) with T2DM and glycemic control. Research design: In this study, 82 subjects, grouped into T2DM patients (n = 41) and healthy individuals (n = 41) were enrolled. To evaluate glycemic control, the T2DM cohort was expanded to 133 patients and sub-classified according to glycated hemoglobin (HbA1c) <7% and ≥ 7% (n = 58 and n = 75, respectively). We assessed glycemia, HbA1c, prothrombin time (PT), activated partial thromboplastin time (aPTT), fibrinogen, plasminogen activator inhibitor-1 (PAI-1), platelet and leukocyte parameters, vascular cell adhesion molecule 1 (VCAM-1), intercellular adhesion molecule 1 (ICAM-1), and selectins (E-, P-, L-). Results: PT % activity, PAI-1, VCAM-1, WBC, and neutrophil counts were significantly higher in T2DM patients than in healthy subjects. Poor glycemic control (HbA1c ≥ 7%) was correlated with increased PT activity (p = 0.015), and higher levels of E-selectin (p = 0.009), P-selectin (p = 0.012), and NLR (p = 0.019). Conclusions: Both T2DM and poor glycemic control affect some parameters of hemostasis, inflammation, and adhesion molecules. Further studies are needed to establish their clinical utility as adjuvant markers for cardio-vascular risk in T2DM patients.

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