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Prevalence of acanthosis nigricans and its correlates in a cross-section of Nigerians with type 2 diabetes mellitus
Tropical Doctor, 09/18/09

Ogbera AO et al. – This report bridges the information gap and documents the prevalence of AN in Nigerians with type 2 DM as well as its clinical correlates. Three hundred and forty consecutive subjects with type 2 DM were examined for the presence of AN and its associated clinical features. The prevalence of AN in type 2 DM in this report is 17%. Factors associated with AN include obesity, a family history of DM, female gender, the presence of hypertension and poor glycaemic control.

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Acanthosis Nigricans Identifies Youth at High Risk for Metabolic Abnormalities
The Journal of Pediatrics, 10/09/09 Relevance Score: 65%