The Prevalence of Dyslipidemia and Other Cardiovascular Risk Factors in Youth with Diabetes.

Background: Individuals diagnosed with diabetes mellitus have an increased risk of cardiovascular disease, often leading to premature morbidity and mortality. As the number of youth developing T1D and T2D continues to grow, early onset predisposes patients to a longer burden of disease and earlier onset of cardiovascular complications. Early identification and effective management and treatment of risk factors can lead to decreased cardiovascular events and improved quality of life.