Prevalence and risk factors of hyperuricemia and gout in patients with type 2 diabetes mellitus: a systematic review and meta-analysis - Scorecard - MDSpire

Prevalence and risk factors of hyperuricemia and gout in patients with type 2 diabetes mellitus: a systematic review and meta-analysis

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  • Luyuan Gao

  • Guancheng Ye

  • Chunping Liu

  • Yingkai Gao

  • Yidi Huang

  • Qiong Shu

  • Hao Wang

  • Hailong Wang

  • June 24, 2026

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Clinical Scorecard: Global Prevalence and Associated Risk Factors of Hyperuricemia and Gout in Individuals with Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis

At a Glance

CategoryDetail
ConditionHyperuricemia and Gout in Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus
Key MechanismsInsulin resistance, oxidative stress, activation of the renin-angiotensin-aldosterone system
Target PopulationPatients with Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus
Care SettingClinical management of Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus

Key Highlights

  • Pooled prevalence of hyperuricemia in T2DM is 22.0%
  • Pooled prevalence of gout in T2DM is 6.0%
  • Impaired renal function, obesity, dyslipidemia, hypertension, metabolic syndrome, and alcohol consumption are key risk factors for hyperuricemia
  • Male sex is a significant risk factor for gout
  • Routine serum uric acid monitoring is recommended for high-risk individuals

Guideline-Based Recommendations

Diagnosis

  • Routine screening for hyperuricemia and gout in T2DM patients

Management

  • Incorporate early screening for high-risk individuals into clinical management

Monitoring & Follow-up

  • Regular serum uric acid level monitoring

Risks

  • Increased risk of vascular complications and kidney damage in patients with T2DM and hyperuricemia/gout

Patient & Prescribing Data

Adults aged ≥18 years with Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus

Focus on managing risk factors such as renal function, obesity, and dyslipidemia

Clinical Best Practices

  • Utilize a systematic approach for screening and managing hyperuricemia and gout in T2DM patients
  • Assess geographic variations in prevalence for targeted interventions
  • Educate patients on lifestyle modifications to reduce risk factors

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