A Systematic Review and Delphi Study to Ascertain Common Risk Factors for Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus and Dementia and Brain-Related Complications of Diabetes in Adults

Objectives Both type 2 diabetes (T2DM) and dementia have multifactorial etiologies. Both are associated with aging and have well-recognized lifestyle, cardiovascular and psychosocial risk factors. However, uncertainty exists in the literature with regard to: 1) the potentially modifiable risk factors common to both dementia and T2DM, and 2) the risk of brain-related complications in those with established diabetes. In this study, we address this...