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World J Diabetes. Feb 15, 2023; 14(2): 92-109
Published online Feb 15, 2023. doi: 10.4239/wjd.v14.i2.92
Table 1 Risk factors for cognitive decline in diabetes mellitus
Risk factors for cognitive decline in diabetes mellitus
Age > 60 yrAtherosclerotic cardiovascular disease
Presence of ApoE ε4 alleleUncontrolled hypertension
Long duration of diabetesProteinuria
Poor glycaemic control/high HbA1cDyslipidaemia
Higher fasting glucose levelsPhysical inactivity
Recurrent hypoglycaemic episodesUnhealthy diet
Severe insulin resistanceDepression


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