Die Diabetesinzidenz bei Kindern und Jugendlichen in Österreich steigt weiter!

Since 1989, Austria has had a diabetes incidence register for children under 15 years old. A recent analysis revealed that the incidence of type 1 diabetes (T1D) is rising again and reached a peak in 2021. This summary provides an overview of the trends in diabetes incidence among children in Austria, specifically highlighting T1D and type 2 diabetes (T2D), along with their potential connection to the COVID-19 pandemic and other influencing factors. Given the striking rise in diabetic ketoacidosis at the time of diagnosis in recent years, the importance of screening, prevention, and early detection in the context of T1D in children is emphasized.