A Combination of Metformin and Insulin Is an Effective Treatment That Benefits the Cardiovascular and Cerebrovascular System in Individuals With Type 1 Diabetes Mellitus
Abstract:BackgroundThis study aims to further clarify whether there are cardiovascular and cerebrovascular bene ts associated with insulin treatment combined with metformin in individuals with type 1 diabetes.
MethodsElectronic databases were searched for randomized controlled trials in which the e cacy and safety of metformin were compared with those of a placebo for the treatment of cardiovascular and cerebrovascular disease among type 1 diabetes patients, and a meta-analysis was conducted.
ResultsThirteen cardiovasc… Show more
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