Diabetes in acromegaly--a study of 34 cases.

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1997-10-06
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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.
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Arya KR, Pathare AV, Chadda M, Menon PS. Diabetes in acromegaly--a study of 34 cases. Journal of the Indian Medical Association. 1997 Oct; 95(10): 546-7