Clinical Sciences

Elevated serum uric acid (SUA) levels (i.e. hyperuricemia) have been associated with metabolic syndrome (MetS) and cardiovascular disease (CVD) morbidity and mortality. Elevated SUA levels predict the onset of type 2 diabetes (T2DM). SUA levels are increased during the early stages of impaired glucose metabolism. Furthermore, in diabetic patients, hyperuricemia has been linked to both micro-and macrovascular complications.

This course discussed the current updated knowledge about this important aspect of patient management.

This course is developed by an educational grant of 

Credit: 1.0 CME