Abstract
The incidence and severity of diabetes mellitus (DM) in 34 patients with acromegaly were studied. The incidence was higher (55.9%) than any other series reported. Nineteen had DM, of which 10 were symptomatic. Only one had diabetic retinopathy. Glucose tolerance was improved after successful treatment of acromegaly.
Original language | English |
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Pages (from-to) | 546-547 |
Number of pages | 2 |
Journal | Journal of the Indian Medical Association |
Volume | 95 |
Issue number | 10 |
Publication status | Published - Oct 1997 |
Externally published | Yes |
ASJC Scopus subject areas
- Medicine(all)