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20 Dec 2022
After 12 years of publishing high quality research on endocrinology in Southeast Asia, we are very pleased to announce that the JAFES has been accepted for indexing in MEDLINE!
We thank all our editors, reviewers, authors and readers for your continued support through the years.
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Only 58.9% of eligible T2D patients with albuminuric DKD received SGLT2i in this Thai diabetes center study. Major barriers were clinical inertia, cost, and frailty concerns. Older age and HbA1c <7% were linked to lower prescribing rates.
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#SGLT2i #DKD
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Only 6 in 10 patients with diabetes-related kidney disease received SGLT2 inhibitors — medicines that may help protect the kidneys and heart. Ask your doctor if this treatment may be right for you!
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#SGLT2i #DKD #diabetes #JAFES #VisualAbstract
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In a retrospective study of 122 pituitary macroadenoma pts undergoing neurosurgery, most tumors were non-functioning; acromegaly was the most common functioning type. Post-operatively, significant improvement in visual acuity & reduced hormonal replacement therapy were observed.
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In a Philippine study of pituitary tumors who had neurosurgery, most presented with initial symptoms of blurring of vision but majority of it (77.78%) are not producing hormones. Surgery remains the cornerstone of therapy with benefits in visual and endocrine function.
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The Journal of the ASEAN Federation of Endocrine Societies (#JAFES) is pleased to announce an important development in its publication schedule.
For inquiries or submission guidelines, visit the JAFES website [asean-endocrinejournal.org/] or contact the editorial office.
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In a study in Eastern India, the prevalence of hepatic fibrosis is 26.5% among patients with T2DM & NAFLD. FNI could detect fibrosis better than other non-invasive liver fibrosis scores, FIB-4 & NFS were better for advanced fibrosis.
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#liverfibrosis
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Liver fibrosis, a progressive stage of NAFLD, is associated with higher risk of heart diseases & death among patients with diabetes. In Eastern India, 26.5% of patients with diabetes & NAFLD had fibrosis.
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#fattyliverdisease #liverfibrosis #JAFES
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Patients with Diabetic Peripheral Neuropathy who are overweight/obese, with motor symptoms and left atrial enlargement have significantly higher risk to develop Cardiac Autonomic Neuropathy.
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#Diabetes #DPN #CAN #JAFES #VisualAbstract
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Patients with diabetes-related nerve damage who are overweight/obese, with movement abnormalities & large left atrium have significantly higher risk to develop nerve damage in the heart, which may cause irregular heartbeat & even sudden death.
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#DPN #CAN
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A cross-sectional study in Malaysia found that 17.5% of males with T2DM have hypogonadism.
Read the full article at bit.ly/jafesVA102
#hypogonadism #JAFES #VisualAbstract
*Visual abstract prepared by Dr. Francis Xavier Mislang
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17.5% of Malaysian males with T2DM have hypogonadism, with other associated cardiometabolic conditions.
Read the full article at bit.ly/jafesVA102
#hypogonadism #JAFES #VisualAbstract
*Visual abstract prepared by Dr. Francis Xavier Mislang
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Join the #PAMJE Educational Forum on 18 March 2026, featuring our Editorial Coordinator, Dr. Amado Tandoc III and Dr. Venus Cloma-Rosales, as they lead a timely discussion on “Strengthening Philippine Medical Journals: Updates on International and Reporting Standards."
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Acute kidney injury is a complication of diabetic ketoacidosis among pediatric patients with type 1 diabetes and is associated with several risk factors.
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#Type1diabetes #T1DM #DiabeticKetoacidosis #DKA #AcuteKidneyInjury #AKI #JAFES #VisualAbstract
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Forty percent of children with Type 1 diabetes develop acute kidney injury leading to longer hospital stay.
Read the full article at bit.ly/jafesVA101
#Type1diabetes #T1DM #DiabeticKetoacidosis #DKA #AcuteKidneyInjury #AKI #JAFES #VisualAbstract
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23 Dec 2025
May this Christmas season bring you rest, renewal and time for reflection and may the coming year be filled with good health, meaningful collaboration and continued scientific progress.
With our best wishes for a joyful Christmas and a fruitful New Year.
~JAFES Editorial Team~
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20 Dec 2025
Persons with Type 2 diabetes show a strong preference for interactive multimedia platforms that provide accessible education, practical reminders, and direct communication with healthcare providers.
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#digitalhealth #JAFES #VisualAbstract
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8 Dec 2025
When it comes to learning about diabetes, patients want something simple, accessible, and personalized.
That’s why interactive apps are preferred over paper pamphlets.
Read the full article at bit.ly/jafesVA100
#digitalhealth #JAFES #VisualAbstract
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24 Nov 2025
The latest issue of the Journal of the ASEAN Federation of Endocrine Societies (#JAFES) is now available at:
asean-endocrinejournal.org/i…
All articles have been updated and may be downloaded individually in PDF format.
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21 Oct 2025
The Journal of the ASEAN Federation of Endocrine Societies (#JAFES) held its Editorial Board Meeting via Zoom to discuss updates on journal operations, key editorial policies and future directions.
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