Diabetes

  • The role of GLP-1 receptor agonists in managing type 2 diabetes
    Cleveland Clinic Journal of Medicine October 2022, 89 (10) 597;

    The following article in the August 2022 issue contained an error: Nachawi N, Rao PP, Makin V. The role of GLP-1 receptor agonists in managing type 2 diabetes. Cleve Clin J Med 2022; 89(8): 457–464. doi:10.3949/ccjm.89a.21110

  • The role of GLP-1 receptor agonists in managing type 2 diabetes
    The role of GLP-1 receptor agonists in managing type 2 diabetes
    CME article
    Noura Nachawi, MD, Pratibha PR Rao, MD, MPH and Vinni Makin, MBBS, MD, FACE
    Cleveland Clinic Journal of Medicine August 2022, 89 (8) 457-464; DOI: https://doi.org/10.3949/ccjm.89a.21110

    A review of the evidence regarding the benefits and adverse effects of GLP-1 receptor agonists in patients with type 2 diabetes mellitus or obesity.

  • Glycemic targets in the ICU: A look back, and ahead
    Keren Zhou, MD
    Cleveland Clinic Journal of Medicine April 2022, 89 (4) 189-190; DOI: https://doi.org/10.3949/ccjm.89a.21127

    Much work is still needed to understand the nuances of glycemic targets in critically ill patients, and to learn how to take advantage of evolving technology to improve glycemic control.

  • Glycemic control in the critically ill: Less is more
    CME article
    Ghaith Alhatemi, MD, Haider Aldiwani, MD, Rafal Alhatemi, MD, Marwah Hussein, MD, Suzan Mahdai, MD and Berhane Seyoum, MD
    Cleveland Clinic Journal of Medicine April 2022, 89 (4) 191-199; DOI: https://doi.org/10.3949/ccjm.89a.20171

    The authors discuss findings from key trials, metrics of glycemic control, and recommendations of professional societies for target blood glucose ranges in critically ill patients.

  • Hypercalcemia and vitamin A: A vitamin to keep in mind
    Saif Munther Borgan, MD, Leila Zeinab Khan, MD and Vinni Makin, MD, FACE
    Cleveland Clinic Journal of Medicine February 2022, 89 (2) 99-105; DOI: https://doi.org/10.3949/ccjm.89a.21056

    Vitamin A toxicity can affect bone resorption and hypercalcemia and should be explored in unexplained cases of parathyroid hormone-independent hypercalcemia.

  • A large, painless bulla on the right foot
    Jorge Camilo Mora, MD, MPH and Amalia Galindez, MD, FACP
    Cleveland Clinic Journal of Medicine January 2022, 89 (1) 10-12; DOI: https://doi.org/10.3949/ccjm.89a.21051

    A patient with a history of type 2 diabetes and diabetic neuropathy had a hemoglobin A1c of 10.3% at presentation.

  • Evaluation and management of orthostatic hypotension: Limited data, limitless opportunity
    Aldo J. Peixoto, MD
    Cleveland Clinic Journal of Medicine January 2022, 89 (1) 36-45; DOI: https://doi.org/10.3949/ccjm.89gr.22001

    Orthostatic hypotension is common and can have serious consequences. The author offers a systematic approach to evaluation and management.

  • Ketogenic diets in the management of type 1 diabetes: Safe or safety concern?
    Lauren Anne Buehler, MD, MPH, Dawn Noe, RDN, LD, CDCES, Shannon Knapp, BSN, RN, CDCES, Diana Isaacs, Pharm D, CDCES and Kevin M. Pantalone, DO, ECNU, FACE
    Cleveland Clinic Journal of Medicine October 2021, 88 (10) 547-555; DOI: https://doi.org/10.3949/ccjm.88a.20121

    A review of the potential risks and benefits for managing type 1 diabetes based on available evidence.

  • Leriche syndrome
    Hiroki Matsuura, MD and Hiroyuki Honda, MD, PhD
    Cleveland Clinic Journal of Medicine September 2021, 88 (9) 482-483; DOI: https://doi.org/10.3949/ccjm.88a.20179

    Physical examination revealed pallor of the toes, cold extremities, dry skin, and absence of bilateral femoral pulses. The patient also disclosed erectile dysfunction.

  • How do you effectively evaluate the elderly for alcohol use disorder?
    Moronkeji Fagbemi, MD, FASAM
    Cleveland Clinic Journal of Medicine August 2021, 88 (8) 434-439; DOI: https://doi.org/10.3949/ccjm.88a.20123

    A brief review of clues to an underrecognized and underdiagnosed problem with physical as well as emotional and social consequences.

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