Endocrine Abstracts

Background: Obesity contributes to the occurrence of many metabolic and cardiovascular complications including Type 2 diabetes, hypertension etc. Body adiposity is not just an energy store, but also an endocrine organ with elaboration of hormones and cytokines. Some of these cytokines have been implicated in the initiation and propagation of inflammation, and hence atherosclerosis.Aim: This study examined the relationship between high-sensitivity C-react...

Background: Type 2 diabetes mellitus (T2DM) is a potentially preventable disease that is presently increasing in epidemic proportion worldwide. Its onset can also be delayed with an appropriate and timely intervention if people at risk are identified early. This study determined risk levels of adults in Nigeria for type 2 DM by using Finnish Diabetes Risk Score (FINDRISC).Method: During our local activities for world diabetes day in 2011, adults who were...

Introduction: Diabetes mellitus is considered a cardiovascular risk equivalent. The presence of other cardiovascular risk factors in patients with diabetes may imply synergy for the occurrence and severity of cardiovascular morbidities and mortalities. Metabolic syndrome is the presence of these clusters of cardiovascular risks in an individual. Metabolic syndrome has been shown to be associated with some traditional risk factors and emerging risk factors.<p class="abstext...

Background: Diabetes Mellitus (DM) is increasing in prevalence worldwide. Sex differences in glycaemia attainment may be relevant in the management of type 2 DM.This study determined gender differences in glycaemic targets in patients with type 2 diabetes attending the Obafemi Awolowo University Teaching Hospital Complex (OAUTHC), Ile- Ife.Method: This cross-sectional descriptive study involved fou...

Background: A case report of Nigeria male who presented on account of bilateral gynaecomastia and was found to be azoospermic on investigation with a view to draw attention of clinicians to underling endocrine problems associated with gynaecomasia.Methodology: A case report of a 32 year old Nigeria man with progressive-bilateral breast enlargement was reviewed.Case report: A 32 year old Nigeri...

Background: Diabetes Mellitus (DM) is increasing in prevalence worldwide. Sex differences in glycaemia attainment may be relevant in the management of type 2 DM.This study determined gender differences in glycaemic targets in patients with type 2 diabetes attending the Obafemi Awolowo University Teaching Hospital Complex (OAUTHC), Ile- Ife.Method: This cross-sectional descriptive study involved fou...

Background: A case report of Nigeria male who presented on account of bilateral gynaecomastia and was found to be azoospermic on investigation with a view to draw attention of clinicians to underling endocrine problems associated with gynaecomasia.Methodology: A case report of a 32 year old Nigeria man with progressive-bilateral breast enlargement was reviewed.Case report: A 32 year old Nigeri...

Introduction: Insulinomas are rare pancreatic neuroendocrine tumours (PETS), which are usually benign and sporadic. They secrete insulin, and hence present with hypoglycaemia. We report a case of insulinoma presenting as seizures.Case Presentation: The patient, a 16-year-old female, first had an episode of convulsion a year prior to referral to the Endocrine Clinic. She was managed at a private clinic with intravenous fluid (name unknown) and later comme...

Background: Diabetes Mellitus (DM) is a metabolic disorder characterized by elevated blood glucose with accompanying microvascular and macrovascular complications resulting in increased morbidity, mortality and reduce quality of life in an individual living with the disease. Studies have shown that tight glycaemic control contributes immensely to the reduce risk of microvascular complications, and to a certain extent macrovascular complications. Achieving tight glycaemic contr...

Background: Diabetic foot disease is a major cause of morbidity and mortality in people living with diabetes. It is a leading cause of minor or major limb loss with attendant huge economic ruins. Objective: The aim of the study was to determine pattern of presentation of diabetic foot ulcer (DFU), assess co-morbid conditions at admission and determine the overall outcome of patients managed over the 5 year study period. Materials a...