Abstract:Objectives: In this study, we aimed to determine the relationship between the atrial natriuretic peptide and microvascular complications of diabetes. Methods: Sixty patients with type 2 diabetes mellitus were enrolled into the study. Patients with a chronic disease other than diabetes mellitus were excluded from the study. The body-mass index, waist circumference, and hip circumference were measured and blood samples for routine biochemical tests were taken after at least 12 hours fasting. The microvascular co… Show more
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