The growing global pandemic of diabetes mellitus is inextricably linked to cardiovascular complications, driving an increase in death and disability from atherosclerotic vascular disease. This book details the profound connection between diabetes and vascular health, exploring the demographic forces contributing to this crisis. It examines the fundamental mechanisms underlying vascular involvement in diabetes, from genetic and molecular levels to tissue, organ, and organismal impacts. The second part focuses on clinical manifestations and current therapeutic strategies, including lifestyle modifications and pharmacological interventions.

The book addresses the critical and escalating issue of cardiovascular complications in diabetes, a leading cause of mortality. It outlines the scientific basis for this link, exploring mechanisms across multiple biological scales. The text also provides a comprehensive review of clinical management strategies, offering insights into both lifestyle and pharmacological interventions. This work serves as a detailed resource for understanding and combating the vascular sequelae of diabetes.