Factors contribute to elevated blood pressure values in children with type 1 diabetes mellitus : a review

Abstract EN

Hypertension is common in children with type 1 diabetes mellitus.

although the exact prevalence of hypertension in pediatric patients with diabetes mellitus is unknown, many studies show rates ranging from 6% to 16%.

several studies looked at the variables that impact blood pressure levels in type 1 diabetes.

however, articles in pediatric age group are limited.

upon reviewing the recently published articles, the factors which found to have a significant relationship with blood pressure readings in children with type 1 diabetes mellitus are as follows : patient age, gender, body composition, total fat percentage, body mass index, diabetes duration, glycated hemoglobin levels, and diabetic nephropathy.