Cardiovascular risk management in people with type 1 diabetes: performance using three guidelines.
Rita Delphine Maiko VarkevisserErwin BirnieCharlotte E VollenbrockDick MulPeter Ruben van DijkMelanie M van der KlauwHenk VeezeBruce H R WolffenbuttelHenk-Jan AanstootPublished in: BMJ open diabetes research & care (2022)
This study suggests that there is undertreatment of lipid and blood pressure according to guideline recommendations, particularly in younger age groups. Treatment targets are not met by most individuals prescribed medication, while guidelines recommendations differ considerably. We recommend to investigate the factors influencing undertreatment of lipid and blood pressure management in individuals with T1DM.