Methods for treating diabetic gastroparesis.
Diabetic gastroparesis, caused by an autonomic neuropathy of the vagus nerve, is seen in up to 50% of individuals with diabetes. It results in a delay of gastric emptying that wreaks havoc on glycemic control and also has nutritional implications. Treatment is directed toward ameliorating symptoms and improving nutritional and glycemic control.
Beard
Patricia L
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Nutrition and Diabetes Management Center, Moses Cone Health System, Greensboro, North Carolina 27410, USA.
D048909:Diabetes Complications; D018589:Gastroparesis / Q000150:complications / Q000503:physiopathology / Q000517:prevention & control*; D006801:Humans; D014630:Vagus Nerve / Q000503:physiopathology*