Post-acute metabolic changes and risk of new-onset diabetes following COVID-19: a systematic review and meta-analysis - Takeaways - MDSpire

Post-acute metabolic changes and risk of new-onset diabetes following COVID-19: a systematic review and meta-analysis

  • By

  • Bukola Lawal

  • Shuaibu Saidu Musa

  • May Soe Thu

  • Thunnicha Ondee

  • Oranut Chatsirisakul

  • Krit Pongpirul

  • May 21, 2026

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    COVID-19 survivors have a 41% increased risk of new-onset diabetes compared to non-infected individuals.

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    Post-COVID-19 patients show higher levels of HbA1c and insulin resistance, indicating impaired glycemic control.

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    Fasting blood glucose findings post-COVID-19 are inconsistent and exhibit high heterogeneity across studies.

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    The study highlights the need for metabolic monitoring in post-COVID care, especially for those at cardiometabolic risk.

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    Understanding the metabolic disturbances after COVID-19 is crucial for addressing long-term health implications.

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Post-acute metabolic changes and risk of new-onset diabetes following COVID-19: a systematic review and meta-analysis

  • by Bukola Lawal, Shuaibu Saidu Musa, May Soe Thu, Thunnicha Ondee, Oranut Chatsirisakul, Krit Pongpirul

  • May 21, 2026

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