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What are some hyperglycemia-producing hormones?

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Glucagon, epinephrine, growth hormone, cortisol

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What is the role of glucagon in the glucose counterregulatory system?

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Stimulating glycogenolysis & gluconeogenesis, inhibiting glycolysis

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What is the most common endocrine disease? What is the prevalence of this disease in adults?

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Diabetes mellitus. 1 in 10

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What leads to microvascular and macrovascular complications in diabetes mellitus?

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Increased circulating glucose levels

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What causes Type 1a diabetes?

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T-cell-mediated autoimmune destruction of β cells

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What characterizes Type 1b diabetes?

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Rare disease of absolute insulin deficiency

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What causes Type 2 diabetes?

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Defects in insulin receptors and post-receptor intracellular signaling pathways

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What age is Type I diabetes usually diagnosed? What percentage of all DM cases does Type 1 Diabetes account for?

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Before age 40. 5-10%

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What is the autoimmune cause of Type 1a diabetes?

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Exact cause unknown

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How long is the pre-clinical period of B-cell antigen production before symptoms appear? How much B cell function is lost before hyperglycemia sets in?

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9-13 yrs
80-90%

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What symptoms are associated with hyperglycemia in Type 1 Diabetes?

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Fatigue, weight loss, polyuria, polydipsia, blurry vision, hypovolemia, ketoacidosis

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What percentage of diabetes mellitus cases does Type 2 Diabetes account for? How long may Type 2 Diabetes normally be present before diagnosis?

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> 90%
4-7 years

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What is a concerning trend regarding Type 2 Diabetes in recent years?

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Increasingly seen in younger patients and children

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What happens in the initial stages of Type 2 Diabetes? What occurs as Type 2 Diabetes progresses?

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Insensitivity to insulin on peripheral tissues leads to increased pancreatic insulin secretion
Pancreatic function decreases and insulin levels become inadequate

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What are the 3 main abnormalities seen in Type 2 Diabetes?

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Increased hepatic glucose release, impaired insulin secretion, insufficient glucose uptake in peripheral tissues

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What is type 2 diabetes characterized by?

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Insulin resistance in skeletal muscle, adipose & liver

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What are the causes of insulin resistance in type 2 diabetes?

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Abnormal insulin molecules, Circulating insulin antagonists, Insulin receptor defects

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What are acquired and contributing factors to type 2 diabetes?

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Obesity and sedentary lifestyle

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How can type 2 diabetes be diagnosed?

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Fasting blood glucose, HbA1c

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What is the preferred initial drug treatment for DM2?

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Metformin

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How does Metformin work in the body?

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Enhances glucose transport

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What are the potential side effects of Sulfonylureas?

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Hypoglycemia, weight gain, cardiac effects

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When is insulin necessary in diabetes mellitus cases?

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All DM1 cases and 30% DM2 cases

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What type of insulin provides glucose control at mealtimes?

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Rapid acting (Lispro, Aspart)

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Which type of insulin is considered basal/intermediate acting?
NPH, Lente
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What leads to 'hypoglycemia unawareness'?
Repetitive hypoglycemic episodes
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What can neuroglycopenia result in?
Fatigue, confusion, h/a, seizures, coma
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How should hypoglycemia be treated?
PO or IV glucose
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What is Diabetic Ketoacidosis? What type of diabetes is it most commonly found in?
Complication of decompensated DM. DM1
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What is the mortality rate associated with Diabetic Ketoacidosis?
1-2%
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What can trigger DKA in DM1 patients?
Infection/illness
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How does high glucose levels contribute to DKA?
Exceeds renal reabsorption threshold
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What metabolic processes lead to liver overproduction of ketoacids in DKA?
Tight coupling of gluconeogenesis & ketogenesis
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What is the loading dose of insulin for DKA treatment? The low dose infusion rate of insulin for DKA treatment?
0.1u/kg Regular Low Dose 0.1u/kg/hr
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What electrolytes should be supplemented in DKA treatment?
k+, phos, mag, sodium
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Why is it important to correct glucose and sodium levels simultaneously in DKA treatment?
Avoid cerebral edema
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What is Hyperglycemic Hyperosmolar Syndrome characterized by? What age group does Hyperglycemic Hyperosmolar Syndrome normally occur in?
Severe hyperglycemia, hyperosmolarity & dehydration DM2 >60 y/o
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How does Hyperglycemic Hyperosmolar Syndrome evolve?
Over days to weeks with persistent glucosuric diuresis
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What occurs when the glucose load exceeds maximum renal glucose absorption?
Mass solute diuresis
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What are some symptoms of Hyperglycemic Hyperosmolar Syndrome?
Polyuria, polydipsia, hypovolemia, HoTN, tachycardia, organ hypoperfusion
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What can hyperosmolarity lead to in Hyperglycemic Hyperosmolar Syndrome?
Coma
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How does the acidosis in Hyperglycemic Hyperosmolar Syndrome compare to DKA?
Pts have some degree of acidosis, but not as severe as DKA
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What is the treatment for Hyperglycemic Hyperosmolar Syndrome?
Fluid resuscitation, insulin bolus + infusion, electrolytes
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What is the mortality rate of Hyperglycemic Hyperosmolar Syndrome?
10-20%
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What is peripheral neuropathy? Where are the initial symptoms of peripheral neuropathy seen?
Distal symmetric sensorimotor polyneuropathy Starts in toes/feet
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How does peripheral neuropathy progress?
Progresses proximally
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What are the effects of losing large sensory and motor fibers in peripheral neuropathy?
Decreased light touch & proprioception
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How does the loss of small nerve fibers impact patients with peripheral neuropathy?
Neuropathic pain
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What can lead to the development of ulcers in peripheral neuropathy?
Unnoticed injuries
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How can peripheral neuropathy lead to significant morbidity?
Recurrent infections & amputation wounds
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What are some treatments for peripheral neuropathy?
Optimal glucose control, NSAIDs, antidepressants, anticonvulsants
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What is retinopathy characterized by?
Microvascular changes
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What visual impairments can result from retinopathy?
Color loss to blindness
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How can the progression of retinopathy be reduced?
Glycemic & BP control
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What is autonomic neuropathy and what parts of the body can it affect?
Caused by damaged vasoconstrictor fibers, impaired baroreceptors, ineffective cardiovascular activity
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What are some cardiovascular symptoms of autonomic neuropathy?
Resting tachycardia, loss of HR variability, progresses to ortho-HoTN & dysrhythmias
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What are some gastrointestinal symptoms of autonomic neuropathy?
N/V, early satiety, bloating, epigastric pain
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How can gastrointestinal symptoms of autonomic neuropathy be managed?
Glucose control, small meals, prokinetics
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What systems should be emphasized in the preoperative evaluation for diabetes mellitus?
Cardiovascular, renal, neurologic, musculoskeletal
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Why is silent ischemia possible in diabetic patients with autonomic neuropathy?
Autonomic neuropathy predisposes to ischemia
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When should a stress test be considered in diabetic patients?
Multiple cardiac risk factors, poor exercise tolerance
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How should hydration status be managed in diabetic patients preoperatively?
Meticulous attention, avoid nephrotoxins, preserve renal blood flow
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What is a potential concern related to autonomic neuropathy in the perioperative period?
Dysrhythmia, hypotension risk
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How can gastroparesis impact diabetic patients perioperatively?
Increased aspiration risk
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What should be done with oral hypoglycemic and noninsulin injectable drugs preoperatively?
Hold them
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What is an insulinoma?
Rare pancreatic tumor secreting insulin
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What demographic does insulinoma present more often in?
Twice as much in women, in 50s-60s
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What is the diagnostic criteria for insulinoma based on?
Whipple triad
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What are the components of the Whipple triad for diagnosing insulinoma?
Hypoglycemia with fasting, Glucose <50 with symptoms, Symptoms relief with glucose
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What is the preoperative treatment for insulinoma and its mechanism?
Diazoxide inhibits insulin release from B cells
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What other treatments can be considered for insulinoma?
Verapamil, phenytoin, propranolol, glucocorticoids, octreotide
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Is surgery curative for insulinoma?
Yes
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What may occur during intra-op for insulinoma surgery?
Hypoglycemia then hyperglycemia
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Why is tight glycemic control paramount in insulinoma management?
To manage postoperative glycemic fluctuations

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