Relation Between Non-Alcoholic Fatty Pancreas and Clinical and Biochemical Parameters in Women with Polycystic Ovary Syndrome: A Multi-Centric Study.

Background: Polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) is the most common endocrinological disease affecting women in the reproductive age. Non-alcoholic fatty pancreas disease (NAFPD) can promote many aspects of pancreatic dysfunction. The present study aimed to determine the prevalence of NAFPD and to identify its association with clinical and biochemical parameters in PCOS patients.

Ketoacidosis at presentation of type 1 diabetes in children in Kuwait: frequency and clinical characteristics.

Background: Diabetic ketoacidosis (DKA) has significant morbidity and mortality, and is common at diagnosis in children.

Objective: Describe the frequency and severity of DKA at diagnosis of type 1 diabetes mellitus (T1DM) in children in Kuwait.

Methods: Hospital records of 677 diabetic children less than 12 yr of age, diagnosed during the period of 2000-2006 were reviewed.

'The honeymoon phase' in children with type 1 diabetes mellitus: frequency, duration, and influential factors.

Background: The honeymoon period (i.e., partial remission) of type 1 diabetes mellitus is characterized by reduced insulin requirements while good glycemic control is maintained.