Perspective Chapter: Diabetes as a Post-COVID Syndrome – Possible Mechanisms Involved

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There is a well-established association between hyperglycemia and severe coronavirus 2019 (COVID-19) infection. During the SARS-CoV-2 pandemic, mortality was higher in patients with type II diabetes mellitus (DM) than in those without DM. In addition, readmission and COVID-19 reinfection rates were similar in both groups. Evidence shows that individuals who have had COVID-19 are at a significantly increased risk of developing new-onset diabetes mellitus in the post-infection phase. The current literature suggests that direct cytotoxic effects of the virus and inflammation are possible pathophysiological mechanisms. In this chapter, we review the association between COVID-19 infection and new-onset diabetes mellitus after acute infection and discuss the available evidence on the mechanisms of action involved. These findings may have significant implications for understanding and managing COVID-19 and diabetes.

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