Diabetes mellitus and COVID-19: A review and management guidance for South Africa

Coetzee, A; Taljaard, J. J; Hugo, S. S; Conradie, M; Conradie-Smit, M; Dave, J. A

Coetzee, A; Taljaard, J. J; Hugo, S. S; Conradie, M; Conradie-Smit, M; Dave, J. A.

Coetzee, A; s.af
Taljaard, J. J; s.af
Hugo, S. S; s.af
Conradie, M; s.af
Conradie-Smit, M; s.af
Dave, J. A; s.af

S. Afr. fam. pract. (2004, Online) ; 0:0(0): 1-6, 2020. ilus

Article in English | AIM | ID: biblio-1269670

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ABSTRACT

ABSTRACT

This article reviews the association between diabetes mellitus (DM) and COVID-19. We report on the convergence of infectious diseases such as coronavirus infections and non-communicable diseases including DM. The mechanisms for the interaction between COVID-19 and DM are explored, and suggestions for the management of DM in patients with COVID-19 in South Africa are offered

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COVID-19; Diabetes Mellitus

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Index: AIM (Africa) Main subject: Diabetes Mellitus / COVID-19 Type of study: Practice guideline Language: English Journal: S. Afr. fam. pract. (2004, Online) Year: 2020 Type: Article

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