No one thing: Long term complications from diabetes depend on a variety of factors. Duration of diabetes and overall control through the years may be most important. However, genetics also plays a role in terms of whether patients get complications. Other health issues also affect whether patients may develop complications, like high blood pressure. Best way to avoid complications is to control diabetes well.
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