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Diabetes Mellitus Type 2

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Standards of Care

Early detection of complications is extremely important because appropriate therapy can prevent progression.

Eyes: A dilated eye examination every year.

Feet: Check for lesions, vascular status and neurologic integrity at least annually if normal. For any abnormality, check at each visit.

Kidneys: Urinalysis for microalbuminuria every year.

Lipids: Fasting lipid profile every year if not yet on therapy.

For further details see American Diabetes Association: Clinical Practice Recommendations 2010.