Risk of Infection in Type 1 and Type 2 Diabetes Compared With the General Population: A Matched Cohort Study

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Authors

Iain M. Carey · St George's, University of London

Julia Critchley · St George's, University of London

Stephen DeWilde · St George's, University of London

Tess Harris · St George's, University of London

Fay J. Hosking · St George's, University of London

Derek G. Cook · St George's, University of London

Abstract

People with diabetes, particularly T1DM, are at increased risk of serious infection, representing an important population burden. Strategies that reduce the risk of developing severe infections and poor treatment outcomes are under-researched and should be explored.

Topics & Keywords

Diabetes and associated disorders Chronic Disease Management Strategies Diabetes Management and Research

UN Sustainable Development Goals

Good health and well-being

Publication Details

Published in: Diabetes Care

Volume 41, Issue 3, pp. 513-521

DOI: 10.2337/dc17-2131

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