Track: Diabetes Complications & Multisystem Impact

Diabetes 2026

Session Overview

This session provides an integrated overview of the pathophysiological mechanisms and clinical manifestations of diabetes-related complications. It emphasizes how prolonged metabolic imbalance affects multiple organ systems and highlights evidence-based strategies for prevention, early diagnosis, and intervention.


Key Topics

Microvascular Complications:Chronic hyperglycemia leads to damage of small blood vessels, resulting in complications such as retinopathy, nephropathy, and neuropathy.


Macrovascular Complications: Diabetes significantly increases the risk of cardiovascular diseases, including coronary artery disease, stroke, and peripheral arterial disease.


Diabetic Neuropathy:Nerve damage caused by prolonged high blood glucose levels can lead to sensory loss, pain, and autonomic dysfunction.


Diabetic Nephropathy: Progressive kidney damage resulting from diabetes is a leading cause of chronic kidney disease and end-stage renal failure worldwide.


Diabetic Retinopathy: Damage to retinal blood vessels can result in vision impairment and blindness if not detected and managed early.


Learning Objectives

Participants will gain insight into the mechanisms driving diabetes-related complications across multiple organ systems. The session aims to enhance understanding of risk factors and early warning signs associated with disease progression. Attendees will learn evidence-based approaches to prevent and manage complications effectively. The session also highlights the importance of integrated clinical strategies to reduce long-term morbidity and mortality in individuals with diabetes.