Publisher's Synopsis
Cardiovascular abnormalities are the most common and most serious complications of diabetes. In the large blood vessels, the predominant effect is acceleration of atherosclerosis that presents as premature angina pectoris, stroke and peripheral arterial disease. The connections between the metabolic and cardiovascular disorders of diabetes remain uncertain, but their coexistence has major complications for management.;This book presents evidence on pathophysiology and links between cardiovascular disease and diabetes. It describes the best management protocols for patients affected by these disorders.
