September 2021 Metabolic Disease Related News from our Partners at Consultant 360

CKD Outcomes Are Impacted by Weight Fluctuation

In a recent study, researchers investigated the effects of weight fluctuations in patients with chronic kidney disease  on risk of cardiovascular-related outcomes and mortality.

New USPSTF Guidelines Lower Diabetes Screening Age

The US Preventive Services Task Force has released a new recommendation on screening for prediabetes and type 2 diabetes in asymptomatic adults.

Natalie Cusano, MD, MS, on the Clinical Presentation of Hypoparathyroidism

Natalie Cusano, MD, MS, answers our questions about hypoparathyroidism—the risk factors, clinical manifestations, differential diagnosis, and more.

Greg Kinney, PhD, on Cannabis and Diabetic Ketoacidosis in Patients With Type 1 Diabetes

Endocrinology Consultant spoke with lead author Greg Kinney, PhD, about his study, which found that cannabis use may be associated with an increased risk for diabetic ketoacidosis in patients with type 1 diabetes.

Test Your Knowledge on Diabetes: Foot Pain

In this “Test Your Knowledge” series, Edward Shahady, MD, asks you about treating an older man with long-term diabetes who presents with foot pain.