Prevalence of Complications in Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus in a Teritary Care Hospital - a Prospective Study
Year: 2021
Type: article
Study design: Observational Study
Abstract: Objective: Diabetes is a major lifestyle disorder which has become a global burden.It is a progressive disorder which results in complications.Complications of type-2 diabetes mellitus (DM) reduce quality of life of patients, become heavy burden to health-care systems, and increase diabetic mortality.This study highlights the major burden of complications among the patients.Methods: A study was done to evaluate the comorbidities in patients with type 2 DM.Before the subjects enter into the study, the study was briefly explained to the subjects and an informed consent form was made to sign by the patient or the patient caretaker by their willingness to participate in the study.A total of 100 patients were enrolled into the study.The patient was then screened for the eligibility criteria to enter into the study.The subjects were followed (treated, monitored) according to the study design.The comorbidities were checked and treatment was given according to their condition.Results:The patient's final data were analyzed and final reports were submitted.Hypertension was the main common comorbid condition found in patients, which was about 35%, retinopathy 8%, diabetic foot 8%, nephropathy 9%, cardiovascular disease 6%, and peripheral vascular disease 6% and others were found to be 28%. Conclusion:This result shows a worldwide failure to reach glycemic targets.Earlier initiation of management and improving insulin regimens may reduce the prevalence of complications, improve the lives of diabetic patients, and reduce burden on healthcare systems.
Language: English
Subfield: Endocrinology, Diabetes and Metabolism
Field: Medicine
Domain: Health Sciences
Open Access status: diamond
OpenAlex ID: W3200218759