Link Between Statins and Diabetes
Long-term use of statins has been linked to the development of diabetes mellitus (DM) which increases CVD risk. Areas covered: We discussed the reported incidence of DM in statin users, various possible mechanisms responsible for the development of DM and the clinical implications of this association on CVD risk. Relevant supporting literature was identified using MEDLINE/EMBASE search. Expert opinion: Data from available RCTs and observational studies suggest a 10-45% higher risk of new-onset DM with statin use compared to nonusers. Several cellular, molecular, and genetic mechanisms, and lifestyle changes have been studied and discussed as potential underlying mechanisms responsible for this elevated DM risk with statin therapy. The mode of the diabetogenic action of statins is still unclear and an interplay of pancreatic and peripheral effects in the pathogenesis of DM is a possibility.
– Statins and the potential for higher diabetes mellitus risk
On July 30, 2015 I posted an embedded video from MSNBC (MSNBC reports: Link Between Statins and Diabetes – http://www.msnbc.msn.com/id/32545640). The article & video have since been deleted from their website. One must ask: WHY?
