Clinical Research Progress in Diabetes and Cardiovascular Diseases

Dear Colleagues,

Diabetes is heavily involved in the development of cardiovascular diseases (CVDs), and the long-term effects of hyperglycemia can cause vascular injury and increase the risk of CVDs such as coronary artery disease and cerebrovascular disease. It has been reported that the risk of CVD death in diabetic patients is more than double compared to non-diabetic patients. Hyperglycemia is known to have a wide range of effects on the cardiovascular system, including increased insulin resistance, activation of inflammatory responses, and vascular endothelial dysfunction, and these mechanisms are complicated and entangled, increasing the risk of CVDs. Early detection and evaluation of vascular lesions in diabetic patients at high risk for CVDs is essential for the development of preventive measures and treatment plans, and various test methods, including imaging, have been developed. Furthermore, with the spread of treatment guidelines for not only diabetes, but also hypertension and dyslipidemia, there have been reports of a decrease in CVD death and an extension of lifespan in diabetic patients. In this Special Issue, we will be calling for the latest research results on epidemiological research related to the relationship between diabetes and CVDs, new tests for early diagnosis of cardiovascular disorders, and treatments aimed at suppressing CVDs in diabetic patients.

Dr. Ken-ichi Aihara
Guest Editor

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