Endocrine Abstracts

Introduction: For individuals adhering to the Islamic faith, the observance of Ramadan fasting introduces a multitude of challenges, particularly regarding patients’ non-adherence to mitigating increased risks of glycemic imbalance and associated complications. This study aimed to assess the depth of knowledge among Tunisian Muslim patients diagnosed with diabetes mellitus (DM) regarding their self-management practices while fasting during the holy month of Ramadan.<p...

Introduction: Diabetic foot is a significant public health issue, and its management remains challenging, emphasizing the importance of prevention through the screening of high-risk feet and educating diabetic patients about preventive care.Objectives: To assess, using a questionnaire, the knowledge and practices of diabetic patients regarding diabetic foot care and to determine the level of podiatric risk in our diabetic patients according to the Intern...

Introduction: The diabetic foot represents a major public health problem worldwide, as it exposes patients with diabetes mellitus to a high prevalence of ulceration and amputation, with potential repercussions on patients’ quality of life and even the society through its economic impact. Health care personnel, particularly nurses, play a crucial role in the management and prevention of diabetic foot disease. The aim of our study was to assess nuses’Knowledge levels o...

Background: Diabetes mellitus is a global chronic health challenge, and Tunisia is witnessing a concerning surge in the prevalence of type 2 diabetes (T2D). According to the IDF 2021, diabetes affects 10.8% of adults in Tunisia, equivalent to 869,400 cases among a total adult population of 8,046,400.Materials and Methods: A retrospective descriptive study was conducted to gather data on diabetic patients with chronic complications. The study encompassed ...

Introduction: Type 2 diabetes (T2D) is a globally expanding disease with severe consequences. Cardiovascular and renal complications are concerning, leading to high costs for individuals and healthcare systems. Evaluating these costs is crucial to guide health policies and identify factors influencing these expenditures.Materials and Methods: A retrospective descriptive study was conducted to collect data on diabetic patients with chronic complications. ...

Introduction: Obesity is a global pandemic with adverse health implications, notably impacting quality of life, including sexuality. There is growing evidence that obesity adversely affects sexuality, not only in males but also in females. The objective of our study was to ascertain the influence of obesity on various phases and aspects of sexual activityMethods: We conducted a descriptive cross-sectional study involving women who engaged in sexual inter...

Introduction & Objective: Bullous pemphigoid (BP) is a chronic immune-mediated blistering disease that mainly affects the elderly. This affection can be triggered by multiple factors such as drugs. Gliptins are one of the most incriminated drugs in the drug-induced bullous pemphigoid (DIBP). Our objective was to determine the characteristics of this pathology associated with the use of this medication through two cases of BP confirmed by histology and direct immunofluoresc...

Introduction: Non-Islet Cell Tumor Hypoglycemia (NICTH) is a rare but serious condition. We report a case of NICTH in a patient with a gastrointestinal stromal tumor.Observation: The patient was a 56-year-old with a history of metastatic gastrointestinal stromal tumor (GIST), diagnosed and operated on in 2016. He received tyrosine kinase inhibitors: Imatinib for 5 years, followed by sunitinib with two courses, and was later declared in palliative care du...

Background and Aims: Polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) may be the most common endocrine disorder in women of reproductive age. The Rotterdam criteria are the most accepted criteria for its diagnosis. The aim of this study is to study the predictors of quality of life in patients with PCOS according to nationality.Methods: A cross-sectional study involved 172 women, 101 of them Tunisian and 71 French. Data collection was based on telephone interviews with ...

Introduction: Myasthenia gravis (MG) is a chronic neuromuscular condition characterized by weakness in voluntary muscles. It is an autoimmune disorder. The emergence of the condition can be abrupt. As with any autoimmune disease (AID), it may be associated with other AIDs. We report a case of MG associated with Hashimoto’s thyroiditis (HT).Observation: The diagnosis of MG was established in a 58-year-old patient, based on the progressive onset of fa...