Assessment of Neurocognitive Functions in Individuals with Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus

Abstract

Background: newlineDiabetes mellitus (DM) is a global health problem with an increased risk of complications affecting multiple organ systems. The effect of diabetes on kidneys, heart, retina and peripheral nerves have been studied but the effect on the central nervous system has not been explored much. newlineAim: newlineOur aim is to compare the cognitive function between diabetics and non-diabetics and to determine the effect of glycaemic control and duration of diabetes on cognitive function newline