Management of type 2 diabetes in young adults aged 18–30 years: ADS/ADEA/APEG consensus statement

Type 2 diabetes in young adults (nominally, 18–30 years of age) is a more aggressive condition than that seen in older age, with a greater risk of major morbidity and early mortality. This first Australian consensus statement on the management of type 2 diabetes in young adults considers areas where existing type 2 diabetes guidance, directed mainly towards older adults, may not be appropriate or relevant for the young adult population.

Citation:
Wong J, Ross GP, Zoungas S, Craig ME, Davis EA, Donaghue KC, et al. Management of type 2 diabetes in young adults aged 18–30 years: ADS/ADEA/APEG consensus statement. Med J Aust. 2022;216(8):422-9.

Keywords:
Diabetes complications; Diabetes mellitus, type 2; Endocrinology; glucose; adolescent; aged; Australia; cardiovascular disease; insulin dependent diabetes mellitus; obesity; pregnancy

Abstract:
Type 2 diabetes in young adults (nominally, 18–30 years of age) is a more aggressive condition than that seen in older age, with a greater risk of major morbidity and early mortality. This first Australian consensus statement on the management of type 2 diabetes in young adults considers areas where existing type 2 diabetes guidance, directed mainly towards older adults, may not be appropriate or relevant for the young adult population.