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Title
Glycemic extremes in youth with T1DM: The structural and functional integrity of the developing brain.
Authors
Arbelaez, Ana Maria; Semenkovich, Katherine; Hershey, Tamara
Abstract
The article discusses a study which investigates the impact of glycemic exposure on the brain function of youth with type 1 diabetes mellitus (T1DM). Mechanisms of how glycemic extremes might induce axonal or neuronal dysfunction are proposed. Details on glycemic effects on brain metabolism, blood flow and functional connectivity are provided.