The association between diabetes and abdominal aortic aneurysms in men: results of two Danish screening studies, a systematic review, and a meta-analysis of population-based screening studies

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  • Authors
    Larsen K.L.; Kavaliunaite E.; Rasmussen L.M.; Hallas J.; Diederichsen A.; Steffensen F.H.; Busk M.; Frost L.; Urbonaviciene G.; Lambrechtsen J.; Egstrup K.; Lindholt J.S.
  • Type
    Original Research
  • Journal
    BMC Cardiovascular Disorders
  • Publication Date
    2023
  • Abstract

    A paradoxical protective effect of diabetes on the development and progression of abdominal aortic aneurysms (AAA) has been known for years. This study aimed to investigate whether the protective role of diabetes on AAAs has evolved over the years.

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