Driver medical fitness and diabetes mellitus: legislative changes in 2018 and a summary of health aspects

Vnitr Lek. 2019 Spring;65(4):321-325.

Abstract

A review of medical fitness to hold a drivers license in diabetes mellitus patients occurs when applying for the license and then at least every three years in non professional drivers and 1 year in professional ones. Severe hypoglycemic events are an important criterion with the view of eligibility loss to drive a vehicle, among the others the vision impairment, diabetic peripheral neuropathy or extremity amputation should be evaluated. Also the ability of patient to follow recommendations particularly regarding glucose self-monitoring may influence the final decision.

Keywords: diabetes mellitus; hypoglycemia; legislation.

MeSH terms

  • Automobile Driving*
  • Diabetes Complications*
  • Diabetes Mellitus*
  • Diabetic Neuropathies*
  • Exercise
  • Humans
  • Hypoglycemic Agents
  • Licensure

Substances

  • Hypoglycemic Agents