Pathophysiology and Complications of Diabetes Mellitus

Diabetes Mellitus Is A Complex, Progressive Disease, Which Is Accompanied By Multiple Complications. It Is A Metabolic Disorder Of The Endocrine System And Listed Among The Most Common Disorders In Both Developed And Developing Countries. It Has A Global Metabolic Epidemic And It Is Estimated That The Number Of People Affected By The Disease Will Rise From The Current 150 To 230 Million By 2025. Hyperglycaemia Is A Characteristic Feature Of Diabetes Mellitus And Chronic Hyperglycaemia Could Lead To Long-term Complications In The Eyes, Kidneys, Nerves, Heart And Blood Vessels. Interestingly, This Book Examines The Pathophysiology And Selected Complications In Diabetes Mellitus.