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Prevalence and causes of mortality in a cohort of patients with type 1 diabetes (T1D) followed at State University of Rio de Janeiro

Year: 2015

Type: article

Abstract: Background Type 1 diabetes (T1D) is a chronic disease with an incidence that varies widely throughout the world. Many recent studies have shown an increase in its incidence in developed and developing countries, including Brazil. T1D has become a major health problem and financial burden because of its chronic complications which Results in high direct and indirect costs. The indirect costs are related to early retirement and high mortality at an early age. The objective of our study was to determine the prevalence and causes of mortality in cohort of T1D followed at university outpatient clinic.

Source: Diabetology & Metabolic Syndrome

DOI: 10.1186/1758-5996-7-s1-a23

Authors: Ana Paula Almeida Rainho, Marilia de Brito Gomes, Eliete Leao S Clemente

Institution: Universidade do Estado do Rio de Janeiro

Language: English

Topic: Diabetes Management and Research

Subfield: Endocrinology, Diabetes and Metabolism

Field: Medicine

Domain: Health Sciences

SDG: Good health and well-being

Open Access status: gold

Estimated APC paid: $2,890