Confluence of Genetic, Cardiac Autonomic Neuropathy in Diabetic Heart Disease: Unravelling the Path to Accelerated Cardiovascular Disease

Dr Aayushi Lal, Dr N. K. Gupta

Abstract: A variety of adverse genetic and environmental factors exert a direct effect on the cardiovascular system in individuals with Diabetes Mellitus. These elements constitute an adverse milieu that results in a process of accelerated obstructive small and large vessel disease as well as non ischemic cardiomyopathy; autonomic dysregulation can also contribute to cardiovascular disease. With concomitant hypertension, the development and acceleration of atherosclerosis can be even more pronounced.

Keywords: Type 2 Diabetes, Cardiac Autonomic Neuropathy, Heart Disease, Diabetic Heart Disease, Ischemic Heart Disease