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Laszlo N. Perceptions and Proficiencies of Primary Care Physicians Treating Metabolic Syndrome: A Descriptive Survey-Based Study. THE JOURNAL OF CONTINUING EDUCATION IN THE HEALTH PROFESSIONS 2023:00005141-990000000-00083. [PMID: 37341573 DOI: 10.1097/ceh.0000000000000506] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 06/22/2023]
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INTRODUCTION Metabolic syndrome (MetS) is a chronic condition that has been implicated in adverse public health outcomes worldwide, including in the United States. It has been linked to diseases such as type 2 diabetes and heart disease. Little is known about the perceptions and practices of primary care physicians (PCPs) regarding MetS. The only studies examining this research topic were conducted outside the United States. The aim of this study was to evaluate the MetS knowledge, proficiency, training, and practices of American PCPs, for the purpose of informing future physician education initiatives directed at MetS. METHODS This was a descriptive correlational design using a Likert-scale questionnaire. The survey was distributed to more than 4000 PCPs. The first 100 completed surveys were evaluated using descriptive statistical analyses. RESULTS Cumulative survey results revealed that most PCPs perceived themselves as knowledgeable on MetS, but only a minority demonstrated an understanding of leading-edge MetS protocols. Ninety-seven percent agreed that MetS is a condition of concern, but only 22% reported possessing sufficient time and resources to fully address MetS. Only half indicated that they had received training in MetS. DISCUSSION Overall results suggested that a lack of time, training, and resources may pose the greatest obstacles to optimal MetS care. Future studies should aim to identify the specific reasons why these barriers exist.
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- Nicholas Laszlo
- Dr. Laszlo : A.T. Still University, College of Graduate Health Studies, Kirksville, MO
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Seehusen DA, Deavers J, Mainous AG, Ledford CJW. The intersection of physician wellbeing and clinical application of diabetes guidelines. PATIENT EDUCATION AND COUNSELING 2018; 101:894-899. [PMID: 29248167 DOI: 10.1016/j.pec.2017.12.007] [Citation(s) in RCA: 11] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/21/2017] [Revised: 11/14/2017] [Accepted: 12/08/2017] [Indexed: 06/07/2023]
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OBJECTIVES Prediabetes (preDM) and diabetes are complex conditions that place significant strain on medical providers. This can have a negative impact on providers' wellbeing and could impact clinical decisions. We investigated the interplay of caring for patients with prediabetes, physician mental wellbeing, and clinical care. METHODS Using the theory of planned behavior, we conducted a secondary analysis to evaluate physicians' self-reported provision of care to patients with preDM. We evaluated the effect of mental wellbeing and perceived barriers to caring for patients with preDM. RESULTS Among 1015 academic physicians, a greater perception of barriers to care and a higher percentage of patients seen with preDM were both significantly associated with a less positive physician state of mind. Physician state of mind was not associated with self-reported clinical behavior. Physician perception of patient barriers has a positive correlation with their likelihood of prescribing metformin for preDM. CONCLUSIONS Caring for a larger proportion of patients with preDM is associated with worse mental wellbeing. Physician attitudes and subjective norms may predict adherence to guidelines, while physician attitudes and wellbeing affect self-reported prescribing behavior. PRACTICE IMPLICATIONS Future research should evaluate ways to lessen the psychological burden of caring for patients with diabetes and preDM.
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- Dean A Seehusen
- Department of Family and Community Medicine, Eisenhower Army Medical Center, Fort Gordon, GA, USA.
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- Department of Family and Community Medicine, Eisenhower Army Medical Center, Fort Gordon, GA, USA
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- Department of Health Services Research, Management and Policy, University of Florida Health Sciences Center, Gainesville, FL, USA; Department of Community Health and Family Medicine, University of Florida Health Sciences Center, Gainesville, FL, USA
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- Department of Family Medicine, Uniformed Services University of the Health Sciences, Bethesda, MD, USA
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Zacharoulis D, Bakalis V, Zachari E, Sioka E, Tsimpida D, Magouliotis D, Tasiopoulou V, Chatedaki C, Tzovaras G. Current knowledge and perception of bariatric surgery among Greek doctors living in Thessaly. Asian J Endosc Surg 2018; 11:138-145. [PMID: 29105338 DOI: 10.1111/ases.12436] [Citation(s) in RCA: 10] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/09/2017] [Revised: 08/29/2017] [Accepted: 09/03/2017] [Indexed: 12/18/2022]
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INTRODUCTION The purpose of this study was to assess doctors' knowledge, current conceptions, and clinical practice regarding obesity and bariatric surgery. METHODS A self-administered survey was administered to 500 doctors with varying medical specialties in public and private practice. RESULTS The response rate was 60%. Most participants (77.3%) were in private practice. Although almost half of the participants could define morbid obesity and obesity-related comorbidities, only 8.7% felt educated about bariatric surgery. Participants had little knowledge of various types of bariatric procedures. A minority of doctors (24.7%) knew of the existence of a bariatric center in their area. Only 21.3% of doctors had referred a patient to a bariatric center. Reasons for non-referral included lack of interest in bariatric surgery (37.3%), patient refusal (35.3%), increased operative fees (17.3%), lack of confidence in bariatric surgery (6.3%), and lack of access to a nearby bariatric center (3.7%). The majority of doctors were interested in learning more about bariatric surgery and related guidelines, but they remained reluctant to conduct patients' postoperative follow-ups. CONCLUSION The penetration of bariatric surgery in the medical community remains limited, despite its proven effectiveness in facilitating sustained weight loss and resolving several obesity-related comorbidities. A great effort should be made to inform health-care providers about the evolution of bariatric procedures, the potential benefits they offer, and the existence of certified bariatric centers. This will allow doctors to provide optimum health care to patients who could benefit from bariatric surgery.
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- Dimitris Zacharoulis
- Department of Surgery, University Hospital of Larissa, University of Thessaly, Larissa, Greece
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- Department of Surgery, University Hospital of Larissa, University of Thessaly, Larissa, Greece
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- Department of Surgery, University Hospital of Larissa, University of Thessaly, Larissa, Greece
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- Department of Surgery, University Hospital of Larissa, University of Thessaly, Larissa, Greece
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- Department of Surgery, University Hospital of Larissa, University of Thessaly, Larissa, Greece
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- Department of Surgery, University Hospital of Larissa, University of Thessaly, Larissa, Greece
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- Department of Surgery, University Hospital of Larissa, University of Thessaly, Larissa, Greece
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- Department of Surgery, University Hospital of Larissa, University of Thessaly, Larissa, Greece
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- Department of Surgery, University Hospital of Larissa, University of Thessaly, Larissa, Greece
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Buysschaert M, Bergman M, Yanogo D, Jagannathan R, Buysschaert B, Preumont V. An elevated 1-h post- load glucose level during the oral glucose tolerance test detects prediabetes. Diabetes Metab Syndr 2017; 11:137-139. [PMID: 27986405 DOI: 10.1016/j.dsx.2016.12.002] [Citation(s) in RCA: 4] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.6] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/06/2016] [Accepted: 12/08/2016] [Indexed: 10/20/2022]
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AIM The objective of the study was to compare the diagnosis of dysglycemic states by conventional oral glucose tolerance test (OGTT) criteria (fasting and 2-h plasma glucose) with the 1-h post-load plasma glucose level. MATERIAL AND METHODS 34 individuals (mean age: 55±13years; BMI: 27.7±6.3kg/m2) at risk for prediabetes were administered a 75g OGTT. Individuals with normal glucose tolerance (NGT) or prediabetes were identified according to fasting and/or 2-h plasma glucose (PG) concentrations. Subsequently, subjects were divided in 2 groups: group 1 (n=21) with a 1-h PG<155mg/dl and group 2 (n=13) with a 1-h PG≥155mg/dl. HOMA was performed to assess β-cell function and insulin sensitivity. RESULTS NGT or prediabetes based on conventional criteria correlated with the 1-h PG<or≥155mg/dl (p<0.001). Moreover, the 1-h PG≥155mg/dl was associated with higher HbA1c levels (6.1±0.5 vs. 5.5±0.3%, p<0.001) and significantly impaired insulin secretion and hyperbolic product (BxS) on HOMA test vs. 1-h PG<155mg/dl. CONCLUSION The 1-h post-load plasma glucose value ≥155mg/dl is strongly associated with conventional criteria for (pre)diabetes and alterations of β-cell function.
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- Martin Buysschaert
- Cliniques Universitaires Saint-Luc, Service d'Endocrinologie et Nutrition, B-1200 Bruxelles, Belgium.
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- NYU School of Medicine, Department of Medicine, Division of Endocrinology and Metabolism, NYU Langone Diabetes Prevention Program, 530 First Avenue, Schwartz East, New-York, NY10.016, USA
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- Hôpital National Blaise Compaoré, Ouagadougou, Burkina Faso
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- NYU School of Medicine, Department of Population Health Center for Healthful Behavior Change, New York, NY 10016, USA
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- Cliniques Universitaires Saint-Luc, Service d'Endocrinologie et Nutrition, B-1200 Bruxelles, Belgium
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- Cliniques Universitaires Saint-Luc, Service d'Endocrinologie et Nutrition, B-1200 Bruxelles, Belgium
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Bertsch RA, Merchant MA. Study of the Use of Lipid Panels as a Marker of Insulin Resistance to Determine Cardiovascular Risk. Perm J 2016; 19:4-10. [PMID: 26517432 DOI: 10.7812/tpp/14-237] [Citation(s) in RCA: 6] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/30/2022]
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CONTEXT When assessing the lipid panel, practical physicians tend to focus on the low-density lipoprotein cholesterol (LDL-c). However, an elevated triglyceride/high-density lipoprotein cholesterol (HDL-c) ratio, suggesting insulin resistance, also effectively predicts cardiovascular outcomes but requires different treatments than an elevated LDL-c. We tested whether high triglyceride/HDL-c ratios are associated with more risk than high LDL-c concentrations or other lipid markers of atherogenicity. METHODS We followed 103,646 members aged 50 to 75 years without cardiovascular disease or diabetes in a community health plan. Subjects were categorized as insulin sensitive or insulin resistant on the basis of triglyceride and HDL-c in the index year. The primary outcome was ischemic heart disease. The percentage of subjects with a primary outcome after 8 years was stratified by insulin category, lipid measures, and blood pressure. Hazard ratios (HR) for insulin resistance, LDL-c, age, sex, and the presence of hypertension were determined in a multivariate analysis. RESULTS Subjects with insulin resistance but lipid measures healthier than the median had worse outcomes than those who were insulin sensitive but had unhealthier lipid measures such as non-HDL-c and the ratios of total cholesterol/HDL-c and LDL-c/HDL-c. The HR for a 60 mg/dL increase in LDL-c was 1.14 (95% confidence interval [CI], 1.10-1.18); the HR for an LDL-c greater than 160 mg/dL was 1.19 (95% CI, 1.12-1.28). In contrast, the hazard ratio for having an insulin-resistant triglyceride/HDL-c ratio was 1.68 (95% CI, 1.57-1.80), compared with an insulin-sensitive ratio. There was no difference in outcomes between insulin-resistant but normotensive patients and insulin-sensitive but hypertensive patients. CONCLUSION Insulin resistance, as manifested by a high triglyceride/HDL-c ratio, was associated with adverse cardiovascular outcomes more than other lipid metrics, including LDL-c, which had little concordance. Physicians and patients should not overlook the triglyceride/HDL-c ratio.
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Jagannathan R, Sevick MA, Fink D, Dankner R, Chetrit A, Roth J, Buysschaert M, Bergman M. The 1-hour post-load glucose level is more effective than HbA1c for screening dysglycemia. Acta Diabetol 2016; 53:543-50. [PMID: 26794497 DOI: 10.1007/s00592-015-0829-6] [Citation(s) in RCA: 34] [Impact Index Per Article: 4.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/23/2015] [Accepted: 12/11/2015] [Indexed: 12/12/2022]
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AIM To assess the performance of HbA1c and the 1-h plasma glucose (PG ≥ 155 mg/dl; 8.6 mmol/l) in identifying dysglycemia based on the oral glucose tolerance test (OGTT) from a real-world clinical care setting. METHODS This was a diagnostic test accuracy study. For this analysis, we tested the HbA1c diagnostic criteria advocated by the American Diabetes Association (ADA 5.7-6.4 %) and International Expert Committee (IEC 6.0-6.4 %) against conventional OGTT criteria. We also tested the utility of 1-h PG ≥ mg/dl; 8.6 mmol/l. Prediabetes was defined according to ADA-OGTT guidelines. Spearman correlation tests were used to determine the relationships between HbA1c, 1-h PG with fasting, 2-h PG and indices of insulin sensitivity and β-cell function. The levels of agreement between diagnostic methods were ascertained using Cohen's kappa coefficient (Κ). Receiver operating characteristic (ROC) curve was used to analyze the performance of the HbA1c and 1-h PG test in identifying prediabetes considering OGTT as reference diagnostic criteria. The diagnostic properties of different HbA1c thresholds were contrasted by determining sensitivity, specificity and likelihood ratios (LR). RESULTS Of the 212 high-risk individuals, 70 (33 %) were identified with prediabetes, and 1-h PG showed a stronger association with 2-h PG, insulin sensitivity index, and β-cell function than HbA1c (P < 0.05). Furthermore, the level of agreement between 1-h PG ≥ 155 mg/dl (8.6 mmol/l) and the OGTT (Κ[95 % CI]: 0.40[0.28-0.53]) diagnostic test was stronger than that of ADA-HbA1c criteria 0.1[0.03-0.16] and IEC criteria (0.17[0.04-0.30]). The ROC (AUC[95 % CI]) for HbA1c and 1-h PG were 0.65[0.57-0.73] and 0.79[0.72-0.85], respectively. Importantly, 1-h PG ≥ 155 mg/dl (8.6 mmol/l) showed good sensitivity (74.3 % [62.4-84.0]) and specificity 69.7 % [61.5-77.1]) with a LR of 2.45. The ability of 1-h PG to discriminate prediabetes was better than that of HbA1c (∆AUC: -0.14; Z value: 2.5683; P = 0.01022). CONCLUSION In a real-world clinical practice setting, the 1-h PG ≥ 155 mg/dl (8.6 mmol/l) is superior for detecting high-risk individuals compared with HbA1c. Furthermore, HbA1c is a less precise correlate of insulin sensitivity and β-cell function than the 1-h PG and correlates poorly with the 2-h PG during the OGTT.
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- Ram Jagannathan
- NYU School of Medicine, Department of Population Health, Center for Healthful Behavior Change, New York, NY, USA
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- NYU School of Medicine, Department of Population Health, Center for Healthful Behavior Change, New York, NY, USA
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- NYU School of Medicine, Department of Medicine, Division of Endocrinology and Metabolism, NYU Langone Diabetes Prevention Program, 530 First Avenue, Schwartz East, Suite 5E, New York, NY, 10016, USA
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- Unit for Cardiovascular Epidemiology, The Gertner Institute for Epidemiology and Health Policy Research, Sheba Medical Center, Tel Hashomer, 52621, Israel
- The Feinstein Institute for Medical Research, Manhasset, North Shore, NY, 11030, USA
- Sackler Faculty of Medicine, School of Public Health, Department of Epidemiology and Preventive Medicine, Tel Aviv University, Ramat Aviv, 69978, Tel Aviv, Israel
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- Unit for Cardiovascular Epidemiology, The Gertner Institute for Epidemiology and Health Policy Research, Sheba Medical Center, Tel Hashomer, 52621, Israel
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- The Feinstein Institute for Medical Research, Manhasset, North Shore, NY, 11030, USA
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- Service d'Endocrinologie et Nutrition Cliniques Universitaires St-Luc, Université Catholique de Louvain, Brussels, Belgium
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- NYU School of Medicine, Department of Medicine, Division of Endocrinology and Metabolism, NYU Langone Diabetes Prevention Program, 530 First Avenue, Schwartz East, Suite 5E, New York, NY, 10016, USA.
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Ritchie ND, Swigert TJ. Establishing an Effective Primary Care Provider Referral Network for the National Diabetes Prevention Program. ACTA ACUST UNITED AC 2016. [DOI: 10.1177/2325160316647707] [Citation(s) in RCA: 9] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.1] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/17/2022]
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Glauser TA, Roepke N, Stevenin B, Dubois AM, Ahn SM. Physician knowledge about and perceptions of obesity management. Obes Res Clin Pract 2015; 9:573-83. [PMID: 25791741 DOI: 10.1016/j.orcp.2015.02.011] [Citation(s) in RCA: 44] [Impact Index Per Article: 4.9] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/21/2015] [Accepted: 02/24/2015] [Indexed: 01/01/2023]
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OBJECTIVE Approximately 35% of US adults are obese. The purpose of this study was to assess the knowledge and practice patterns of primary care physicians (PCPs), endocrinologists (ENDOs), cardiologists (CARDs) and bariatricians (BARIs) regarding obesity. METHODS A case vignette survey was distributed to 1625 US-based PCPs, ENDOs, CARDs, and BARIs via email and fax in February 2013. Results were analysed with PASW Statistics 18. RESULTS Respondents included 100 PCPs, 100 ENDOs, 70 CARDs, and 30 BARIs. The majority agreed obesity is a disease as defined by the AMA, however, half of PCPs, ENDOs, and CARDs also agreed obesity results from a lack of self-control. Familiarity with select obesity guidelines was low. Nearly all respondents used body mass index for obesity screening. No consensus as to when to initiate weight-loss medication was observed. Many physicians expected a larger weight loss with pharmacotherapy than is realistic (∼ 30%) or were unsure (∼ 22%). A majority of PCPs, ENDOs and CARDs expected less excess weight loss with gastric bypass surgery than is realistic, BARIs had a more reasonable expectation. CONCLUSIONS Overall, respondents demonstrated knowledge gaps for obesity guidelines and pathophysiology and generally lacked understanding of obesity medication efficacy, safety and MOA.
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- Terry Ann Glauser
- CE Outcomes, LLC, 107 Frankfurt Circle, Birmingham, AL 35211, United States.
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- CE Outcomes, LLC, 107 Frankfurt Circle, Birmingham, AL 35211, United States
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- Novo Nordisk, 800 Scudders Mill Road, Plainsboro, NJ 08536, United States
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- Novo Nordisk, 800 Scudders Mill Road, Plainsboro, NJ 08536, United States
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- Novo Nordisk, 800 Scudders Mill Road, Plainsboro, NJ 08536, United States
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Chang J, Oikawa S, Iwahashi H, Kitagawa E, Takeuchi I, Yuda M, Aoki C, Yamada Y, Ichihara G, Kato M, Ichihara S. Expression of proteins associated with adipocyte lipolysis was significantly changed in the adipose tissues of the obese spontaneously hypertensive/NDmcr-cp rat. Diabetol Metab Syndr 2014; 6:8. [PMID: 24468282 PMCID: PMC3937142 DOI: 10.1186/1758-5996-6-8] [Citation(s) in RCA: 11] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.1] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/19/2013] [Accepted: 01/09/2014] [Indexed: 11/13/2022] Open
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BACKGROUND The etiology of the metabolic syndrome is complex, and is determined by the interplay of both genetic and environmental factors. The present study was designed to identify genes and proteins in the adipose tissues with altered expression in the spontaneously hypertensive/NIH -corpulent rat, SHR/NDmcr-cp (CP) and to find possible molecular targets associated with the pathogenesis or progression of obesity related to the metabolic syndrome. METHODS We extracted RNAs and proteins from the epididymal adipose tissues in CP, SHR/Lean (Lean), and Wistar Kyoto (WKY) rats and performed microarray analysis and two-dimensional difference in gel electrophoresis (2D-DIGE) linked to a matrix-assisted laser desorption ionization time-of-flight tandem mass spectrometry (MALDI-TOF/TOF MS). RESULTS The results showed different mRNA and protein expression levels in the adipose tissue: oligo DNA microarray identified 33 genes that were significantly (P < 0.01) up-regulated and 17 genes significantly down-regulated in CP compared with WKY and Lean rats at both 6 and 25 weeks of age. The affected genes-proteins were associated with lipolytic enzymes stimulated by peroxisome proliferator-activated receptor (PPAR) signaling. Further analysis using the 2D-DIGE connected with MALDI-TOF/TOF analysis, the expression of monoglyceride lipase (MGLL) was significantly up-regulated and that of carboxylesterase 3 (CES3) was significantly down-regulated in 6- and 25-week-old CP compared with age-matched control (WKY and Lean rats). CONCLUSIONS Our results suggest the possible involvement of proteins associated with adipocyte lipolysis in obesity related to the metabolic syndrome.
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- Jie Chang
- Graduate School of Regional Innovation Studies, Mie University, 1577 Kurimamachiya-cho, Tsu 514-8507, Japan
- Department of Occupational and Environmental Health, Nagoya University Graduate School of Medicine, Nagoya, Japan
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- Department of Molecular and Environmental Medicine, Mie University Graduate School of Medicine, Tsu, Japan
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- Health Technology Research Center, National Institute of Advanced Industrial Science and Technology, Tsukuba, Japan
- Present address: Graduate School of Applied Biological Sciences, Gifu University, Gifu, Japan
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- Health Technology Research Center, National Institute of Advanced Industrial Science and Technology, Tsukuba, Japan
- Present address: Applied Science, Roche Diagnostics, Tokyo, Japan
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- Department of Engineering, Nagoya Institute of Technology, Nagoya, Japan
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- Department of Medical Zoology, Mie University Graduate School of Medicine, Tsu, Japan
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- Department of Human Functional Genomics, Life Science Research Center, Mie University, Tsu, Japan
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- Department of Human Functional Genomics, Life Science Research Center, Mie University, Tsu, Japan
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- Department of Occupational and Environmental Health, Nagoya University Graduate School of Medicine, Nagoya, Japan
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- Department of Occupational and Environmental Health, Nagoya University Graduate School of Medicine, Nagoya, Japan
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- Graduate School of Regional Innovation Studies, Mie University, 1577 Kurimamachiya-cho, Tsu 514-8507, Japan
- Department of Human Functional Genomics, Life Science Research Center, Mie University, Tsu, Japan
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Teoh H, Després JP, Dufour R, Fitchett DH, Goldin L, Goodman SG, Harris SB, Langer A, Lau DCW, Lonn EM, Mancini GBJ, McFarlane PA, Poirier P, Rabasa-Lhoret R, Tan MK, Leiter LA. A comparison of the assessment and management of cardiometabolic risk in patients with and without type 2 diabetes mellitus in Canadian primary care. Diabetes Obes Metab 2013; 15:1093-100. [PMID: 23683111 DOI: 10.1111/dom.12134] [Citation(s) in RCA: 12] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.1] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/12/2013] [Revised: 04/01/2013] [Accepted: 05/14/2013] [Indexed: 02/05/2023]
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AIM To investigate the cardiometabolic risk (CMR) assessment and management patterns for individuals with and without type 2 diabetes mellitus (T2DM) in Canadian primary care practices. METHODS Between April 2011 and March 2012, physicians from 9 primary care teams and 88 traditional non-team practices completed a practice assessment on the management of 2461 patients >40 years old with no clinical evidence of cardiovascular disease and diagnosed with at least one of the following risk factor-T2DM, dyslipidaemia or hypertension. RESULTS There were 1304 individuals with T2DM and 1157 without. Pharmacotherapy to manage hyperglycaemia, dyslipidaemia and hypertension was widely prescribed. Fifty-eight percent of individuals with T2DM had a glycated haemoglobin (HbA1c) ≤7.0%. Amongst individuals with dyslipidaemia, median low-density lipoprotein cholesterol (LDL-C) was 1.8 mmol/l for those with T2DM and 2.8 mmol/l for those without. Amongst individuals with hypertension, 30% of those with T2DM achieved the <130/80 mmHg target, whereas 60% of those without met the <140/90 mmHg target. The composite glycaemic, LDL-C and blood pressure (BP) target outcome was achieved by 12% of individuals with T2DM. Only 17% of individuals with T2DM and 11% without were advised to increase their physical activity. Dietary modifications were recommended to 32 and 10% of those with and without T2DM, respectively. CONCLUSIONS Patients at elevated CMR were suboptimally managed in the primary care practices surveyed. There was low attainment of recommended therapeutic glycaemic, lipid and BP targets. Advice on healthy lifestyle changes was infrequently dispensed, representing a missed opportunity to educate patients on the long-term benefits of lifestyle modification.
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- H Teoh
- Division of Endocrinology & Metabolism, Keenan Research Centre in the Li Ka Shing Knowledge Institute of St. Michael's Hospital, Toronto, Ontario, Canada; Division of Cardiac Surgery, Keenan Research Centre in the Li Ka Shing Knowledge Institute of St. Michael's Hospital, Toronto, Ontario, Canada
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