Endocrine Abstracts

Objective: This study aims to investigate clinical and demographic variables associated with HRQoL as measured by the European Organization for Research and Treatment of Cancer Quality of Life Questionnaire Core Questionnaire (EORTC QLQ C30) Tagalog and the Thyroid Cancer-Specific Quality of Life Questionnaire (TCS QLQ) Tagalog.Methodology: 234 adult Filipinos with histopathologic-confirmed diagnosis of DTCafter thyroidectomy with or without radioactive ...

Background: Cushing’s syndrome is defined as a hormonal disorder resulting from elevated serum cortisol leading to specific physical and biochemical abnormalities that might be detrimental to life itself. Majority is caused by steroid intake while endogenous sources although representing only a minority of patients often lead to delay in diagnosis. Ectopic ACTH syndrome considered a rare entity are usually found as small cell lung cancer and carcinoid tumors. Rare types o...

Insulin resistance (IR) has been proven to increase the risks for cardiovascular complications in type 2 diabetes mellitus. Recently, IR has also been shown to play a bigger role in the natural history of type 1 diabetes mellitus (T1DM) disease process than is commonly recognized. The objectives of this study are to determine the prevalence of IR among Filipino adults with T1DM and to describe the clinical features of T1DM with IR.This cross-sectional an...

Background and significance: Endogenous Cushing’s syndrome is a rare disease entity approximately 13 cases per million population. In Asia, and specifically in the Philippines incidence is unknown. As well, it’s clinical presentation among Filipinos is not well described. The local epidemiology of obesity, diabetes and hypertension are different from other countries. These conditions are the usual initial differential diagnosis for Cushing’s syndrome. This repor...

Objectives: Diabetic retinopathy, is the most frequent cause of new cases of blindness among adults aged 20–74 years in developed countries. In 15 of the 23 studies in developing countries and in ethnic minority groups within developed countries, the prevalence of diabetic retinopathy was over 35%. In developed countries, only 2 of 16 studies reported a prevalence of 35% or over. Variation in neither population demographics nor method of retinopathy assessment appeared to...

Introduction: The recommended strategy for glycemic control among critically ill is i.v. insulin adjusted via a standardized insulin protocol. Critical to its success is acceptance of the implementing staff. In our hospital, we adapted and modified the Yale insulin infusion protocol (IIP). Evaluation of medical staff experience has not yet been done.Objectives: To evaluate medical staff experience and acceptance of the IIP through a survey and focused gr...

Background: Patients with type 2 diabetes face daily challenges in making dietary choices that are influenced by eating behaviors. Recognition of eating behaviors and associated demographic profiles could aid in individualizing dietary plans and direct nutrition programs in forming cost-effective measures.Objective: The goal of this study is to identify differences in eating behaviors across demographic profiles of Filipinos with type 2 diabetes.<p c...

Diabetes mellitus is currently being recognised as a global health problem. The likelihood of periodontal disease among diabetics is thrice and progresses rapidly when uncontrolled. Diabetics were less likely to see a dentist than to seek consult with a doctor for diabetes care. A cheap and easy way of clinical assessment via self-reported oral health questionnaire would be of great use especially in a developing country like The Philippines. This study aims to validate self-r...

Introduction: The possible clinical impact of subclinical thyroid dysfunction on patients with cardiovascular events is important if one considers the high incidence of a mildly altered thyroid hormone pattern in this population. This study aims to determine the prevalence of subclinical thyroid dysfunction among patients presenting with cardiovascular events in Philippine General Hospital, and its impact on mortality.Methodology: A cross sectional, pros...