Low-grade inflammation in type 2 diabetes: a cross-sectional study from a Danish diabetes outpatient clinic.

Tina OkdahlAnne-Marie WegebergFlemming PociotBirgitte BrockJoachim StørlingChristina Brock

Published in: BMJ open (2022)

The level of low-grade inflammation in type 2 diabetes is associated with obesity, glycaemic regulation, therapeutical management, sex and complications. Our results underline the importance of addressing inflammatory issues in type 2 diabetes, as these may predispose for crippling comorbidities.

Keyphrases

type diabetes
low grade
high grade
glycemic control
oxidative stress
insulin resistance
cardiovascular disease
primary care
physical activity
risk factors
metabolic syndrome
body mass index