A comprehensive of Age-Related Differences in Glycemic Control and Complications in Type 2 Diabetes

Mugo Moses H.

School of Natural and Applied Sciences Kampala International University Uganda

ABSTRACT

Type 2 diabetes was a chronic condition that increasingly affected individuals across the age spectrum, with significant implications for glycemic control and the development of complications. This review comprehensively examined age-related differences in glycemic control and the incidence of diabetes-related complications, highlighting the contrasting experiences of younger and older patients. This review paper utilized a systematic literature search across multiple databases to gather and analyze studies assessing the impact of age on glycemic control and complications in type 2 diabetes.  Evidence suggested that younger individuals often exhibit poorer glycemic control, characterized by higher HbA1c levels and increased cardiovascular risk factors, compared to older adults who may achieve better glycemic management despite a higher prevalence of complications. The underlying mechanisms for these differences were explored, including variations in disease pathophysiology, treatment responses, and lifestyle factors. Understanding these age-related disparities was crucial for tailoring diabetes management strategies to optimize outcomes across different age groups.

Keywords: Glycemic control. Type 2 diabetes, Microvascular and macrovascular complications, Complications in older adults, Cardiovascular risk factors.

CITE AS: Mugo Moses H. (2024). A comprehensive of Age-Related Differences in Glycemic Control and Complications in Type 2 Diabetes. IDOSR JOURNAL OF APPLIED SCIENCES 9(3):35-40. https://doi.org/10.59298/IDOSRJAS/2024/9.3.354000