Association between haemoglobin A1c and cerebral microbleeds in community-based stroke-free individuals: A cross-sectional study.

Miaoxin YuYanan JiaDandan YangRunhua ZhangYong JiangGuitao ZhangHuiyu QiaoHualu HanRui ShenZihan NingXihai ZhaoGaifen LiuYongjun Wang

Published in: Diabetes/metabolism research and reviews (2022)

HbA1c was associated with CMBs in individuals without stroke or TIA, particularly in individuals with DM, suggesting that the status of glycaemic control warrants attention for the prevention of CMBs. It would be beneficial to manage HbA1c specifically to control the risk of CMBs, especially in individuals with DM.

Keyphrases

atrial fibrillation
type diabetes
physical activity
working memory
risk factors
skeletal muscle
metabolic syndrome
adipose tissue
brain injury
glycemic control
blood brain barrier