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- •Both high and low HbA1c were associated with higher mortality in elderly diabetics.
- •A 3-fold increase in odd ratio for mortality was noted when the HbA1c was <6.0%.
- •Risk factors for mortality included smoking, low BMI, high LDL, and sulphonylureas.
- •Aggressive glycaemic control should be approached cautiously in the elderly.
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