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Yaagoob E, Lee R, Stubbs M, Shuaib F, Johar R, Chan S. WhatsApp-based intervention for people with type 2 diabetes: A randomized controlled trial. Nurs Health Sci 2024; 26:e13117. [PMID: 38566413 DOI: 10.1111/nhs.13117] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/26/2023] [Revised: 03/13/2024] [Accepted: 03/16/2024] [Indexed: 04/04/2024]
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Diabetes mellitus is a metabolic disease characterized by prolonged elevated blood glucose levels. Diabetes self-management education and support programs are widely used in western countries. The impact of social media education and support interventions such as a WhatsApp-based program and the nurses' role in supporting and implementing this self-management program unclear. Using a WhatsApp-based program, we evaluated the effects of a 6-week program in improving self-efficacy and education among people with type 2 diabetes mellitus in Saudi Arabia. Eligible participants (n = 80) were recruited with the support of nurses into a randomized controlled trial and randomly assigned into self-management intervention and control groups. The intervention group (n = 40) received the self-management program support and the usual care. The control group (n = 40) received only the usual care with nurses' support. Results from generalized estimating equation analysis showed a significant increase in self-efficacy, self-management, and education in the WhatsApp-based intervention support group compared with the control group at 6 and 12 weeks (follow-up). Implementing the program via social media improves self-efficacy. The use of social media platforms should be promoted for global diabetes management.
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- Esmaeel Yaagoob
- School of Nursing and Midwifery, College of Health, Medicine and Wellbeing, The University of Newcastle, Callaghan, Australia
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- School of Nursing and Midwifery, College of Health, Medicine and Wellbeing, The University of Newcastle, Callaghan, Australia
- The Nethersole School of Nursing, Faculty of Medicine, The Chinese University of Hong Kong, Hong Kong SAR, China
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- School of Nursing and Midwifery, College of Health, Medicine and Wellbeing, The University of Newcastle, Callaghan, Australia
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- Diabetic Education Clinic, Jizan Diabetes Center, Jazan, Saudi Arabia
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- Diabetic Education Clinic, Jizan Diabetes Center, Jazan, Saudi Arabia
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- President's Office, Tung Wah College, Homantin, Hong Kong
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Oliveira Hashiguchi L, Ferrer JP, Suzuki S, Faguer BN, Solon JA, Castro MC, Ariyoshi K, Cox SE, Edwards T. Glycemic control during TB treatment among Filipinos: The Starting Anti-Tuberculosis Treatment Cohort Study. PLOS GLOBAL PUBLIC HEALTH 2024; 4:e0003156. [PMID: 38696522 PMCID: PMC11065219 DOI: 10.1371/journal.pgph.0003156] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/11/2023] [Accepted: 04/03/2024] [Indexed: 05/04/2024]
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Poor TB treatment outcomes are observed in patients with type 2 diabetes mellitus (DM) comorbidity and glycemic control throughout treatment may play a role. The objective of this study was to investigate glycemic control longitudinally among Filipino adults undergoing TB treatment using mixed-effects linear and logistic regression. Analyses were conducted in 188 DM-TB patients out of 901 enrolled in the Starting Anti-TB Treatment (St-ATT) cohort, with a median baseline glycosylated hemoglobin (HbA1c) of 8.2% (range 4.5-13.3%). Previous versus new DM diagnosis was associated with higher mean HbA1c (worse glycemic control) during treatment, with a smaller effect amongst those with central obesity (coefficient 0.80, 95% confidence interval [CI] 0.26, 1.57, P = 0.043) than amongst those without central obesity (coefficient 3.48, 95% CI 2.16, 4.80, P<0.001). In those with a new DM diagnosis, central obesity was associated with higher blood glucose (coefficient 1.62, 95% CI 0.72, 2.53, P = 0.009). Of 177 participants with ≥2 HbA1c results, 40% had uncontrolled glycemia (≥2 HbA1c results ≥8%). Of 165 participants with ≥3 HbA1c results, 29.9% had consistently-controlled glycemia, 15.3% had initially-uncontrolled glycemia, and 18.6% had consistently-uncontrolled glycemia. Previous versus new DM diagnosis and glucose-lowering medication use versus no use were associated with having uncontrolled versus controlled glycemia (adjusted odds ratio [aOR] 2.50 95%CI 1.61, 6.05, P = 0.042; aOR 4.78 95% CI 1.61,14.23, P<0.001) and more likely to have consistently-uncontrolled versus consistently-controlled glycemia (adjusted relative risk ratio [aRRR] 5.14 95% CI 1.37, 19.20, P = 0.015; aRRR 10.24 95% CI 0.07, 0.95, P = 0.003). Relapse cases of TB were less likely than new cases to have uncontrolled (aOR 0.20 95%CI 0.06, 0.63, P = 0.031) or consistently-uncontrolled (aRRR 0.25 95%CI 0.07, 0.95, P = 0.042) versus controlled glycemia. Those with long-term DM, suggested by previous diagnosis, glucose-lowering medication use and possibly central obesity, may require additional support to manage blood glucose during TB treatment.
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- Lauren Oliveira Hashiguchi
- Faculty of Public Health and Policy, London School of Hygiene & Tropical Medicine, London, United Kingdom
- School of Tropical Medicine & Global Health, Nagasaki University, Nagasaki, Japan
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- School of Tropical Medicine & Global Health, Nagasaki University, Nagasaki, Japan
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- School of Tropical Medicine & Global Health, Nagasaki University, Nagasaki, Japan
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- Nutrition Center of the Philippines, Muntinlupa City, Manila, Philippines
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- School of Tropical Medicine & Global Health, Nagasaki University, Nagasaki, Japan
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- School of Tropical Medicine & Global Health, Nagasaki University, Nagasaki, Japan
- Faculty of Epidemiology & Population Health, London School of Hygiene & Tropical Medicine, London, United Kingdom
- Tuberculosis Unit, United Kingdom Health Security Agency, London, United Kingdom
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- School of Tropical Medicine & Global Health, Nagasaki University, Nagasaki, Japan
- Medical Research Council International Statistics and Epidemiology Group, London School of Hygiene & Tropical Medicine, London, United Kingdom
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Shareef J, Apidechkul T, Srichan P. Prevalence of and factors associated with suboptimal glycemic control among patients with type 2 diabetes mellitus attending public hospitals in the Greater Male' Region, Maldives: a hospital-based cross-sectional study. BMC Public Health 2024; 24:1166. [PMID: 38664794 PMCID: PMC11047027 DOI: 10.1186/s12889-024-18693-6] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/17/2023] [Accepted: 04/23/2024] [Indexed: 04/28/2024] Open
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BACKGROUND Suboptimal glycemic control of type 2 diabetes mellitus (T2DM) which is defined as having HbA1c greater than 7% is a major public health problem in several countries, including the Maldives. The study aimed to estimate the prevalence and determine factors associated with suboptimal glycemic control among T2DM patients. METHODS A hospital-based cross-sectional was applied to collect data from T2DM patients who attended public hospitals in the Greater Male' Region, Maldives where were one of the highest reports of T2DM and suboptimal glycemic control cases in the country between January to March 2023 by a validated questionnaire and anthropometric measurements. Five (5) ml blood specimens were collected to measure the glycated hemoglobin (HbA1c) level. Univariable and multivariable logistic regressions were employed to determine factors associated with suboptimal glycemic control of T2DM at a significant level of α = 0.05. RESULTS A total of 341 participants were recruited for the study: 65.7% were female, 42.5% were aged 40-60 years, and 42.2% were married. The overall prevalence of suboptimal glycemic control was 50.7%. Ten variables were found to be associated with suboptimal glycemic control in multivariable logistic regression. Those aged 40-60 years (AOR = 3.35, 95% CI = 1.78-6.30), being single (AOR = 2.53, 95% CI = 1.21-5.30), preparation of food using more than three tablespoons of cooking oil (AOR = 2.78, 95% CI = 1.46-5.28), preparation of food with more than three tablespoons of sugar (AOR = 2.55, 95% CI = 1.31-4.93), no exercise (AOR = 2.04, 95% CI = 1.15-3.61), DM diagnosed with more than twenty years prior (AOR = 2.59, 95% CI = 1.34-4.99), obese body mass index (BMI) (AOR = 3.82, 95% CI = 1.75-8.32), high total cholesterol (AOR = 2.43, 95% CI = 1.36-4.35), high triglycerides (AOR = 3.43, 95% CI = 1.93-6.11), and high-level stress (AOR = 2.97, 95% CI = 1.48-5.93) were having a greater odds of having suboptimal glycemic control than those who did not have these characteristics. CONCLUSION A large proportion of T2DM patients in the Greater Male' Region fail to control their blood glucose. Effective public health interventions should be introduced, especially interventions focused on reducing cooking oil and sugar in daily cooking practices, encouraging regular exercise, and maintaining cholesterol levels, particularly for those diagnosed with diabetes mellitus for more than 20 years prior.
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- Jeehana Shareef
- School of Health Science, Mae Fah Luang University, Chiang Rai, Thailand
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- School of Health Science, Mae Fah Luang University, Chiang Rai, Thailand.
- Center of Excellence for the Hill tribe Health Research, Mae Fah Luang University, Chiang Rai, 57100, Thailand.
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- School of Health Science, Mae Fah Luang University, Chiang Rai, Thailand
- Center of Excellence for the Hill tribe Health Research, Mae Fah Luang University, Chiang Rai, 57100, Thailand
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Alshowair A, Altamimi S, Alruhaimi FA, Alshahrani S, Alsuwailem F, Alkhaldi M, Abdalla H, Alkhuraiji FH, Alaqeel MS, Almureef SS, Alhawasy S, Abdel-Azeem A. Cost-Savings Associated with Multi-Disciplinary Team Approach for Reducing Macrovascular and Microvascular Complications in Patients with Type 2 Diabetes: A Predictive Model. CLINICOECONOMICS AND OUTCOMES RESEARCH 2024; 16:211-223. [PMID: 38596283 PMCID: PMC11001564 DOI: 10.2147/ceor.s451739] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/25/2023] [Accepted: 03/26/2024] [Indexed: 04/11/2024] Open
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Purpose This study aims to predict the expected cost savings associated with implementing a multidisciplinary team (MDT) approach to reduce macrovascular and microvascular complications among patients with type 2 diabetes mellitus (T2DM). Methods This economic evaluation study was conducted in Riyadh First Health Cluster, Saudi Arabia as a predictive model conceptualized by the authors based on models used in previous studies, particularly the CORE Diabetes Model. Our model was designed based on 1) the level of glycemic control among 24,755 T2DM patients served by MDTs; 2) the expected incidence of diabetes-related complications without intervention; 3) the predicted risk reduction of developing diabetes-related complications with MDTs. Costs of complications and cost savings were then calculated and expressed as mean incremental annual cost savings adjusted for a 1% reduction in HbA1c, and a 10 mmHg reduction in systolic blood pressure (SBP). Results Along with the expected reduction in all diabetes-related complications, the average incremental cost savings per diabetic patient is predicted to be ($38,878) with approximately ($11,108) in the year of complication onset and ($27,770) over the subsequent post-index 10-years. On adjustment of cost savings, the average incremental cost savings are predicted to be ($22,869) for each 1% reduction in HbA1c per diabetic patient and ($27,770) for every 10 mmHg reduction in SBP per diabetic patient. Conclusion MDT as a model of care is effective in glycemic control among T2DM patients with a predicted significant reduction of all diabetes-related complications and in turn, a predicted significant cost savings.
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- Abdulmajeed Alshowair
- Community Health Excellence, Riyadh First Health Cluster Ministry of Health, Riyadh, Saudi Arabia
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- Community Health Excellence, Riyadh First Health Cluster Ministry of Health, Riyadh, Saudi Arabia
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- Community Health Excellence, Riyadh First Health Cluster Ministry of Health, Riyadh, Saudi Arabia
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- Academic and Training Affairs, Riyadh First Health Cluster Ministry of Health, Riyadh, Saudi Arabia
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- Population Health Management and Research, Riyadh First Health Cluster Ministry of Health, Riyadh, Saudi Arabia
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- Health Administration Office, Riyadh First Health Cluster Ministry of Health, Riyadh, Saudi Arabia
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- Model of Care, Riyadh First Health Cluster Ministry of Health, Riyadh, Saudi Arabia
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- Financial Affairs, Riyadh First Health Cluster Ministry of Health, Riyadh, Saudi Arabia
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- Reporting Department, Riyadh First Health Cluster Ministry of Health, Riyadh, Saudi Arabia
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- Population Health Management and Research, Riyadh First Health Cluster Ministry of Health, Riyadh, Saudi Arabia
- Department of Community, Environmental and Occupational Medicine, Faculty of Medicine Zagazig University, Zagazig, Egypt
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AlHarbi M, Othman A, Nahari AA, Al-Jedai AH, Cuadras D, Almalky F, AlAzmi F, Almudaiheem HY, AlShubrumi H, AlSwat H, AlSahafi H, Sindi K, Basaikh K, AlQahtani M, Lamotte M, Yahia M, Hassan MEK, AlMutlaq M, AlRoaly M, AlZelaye S, AlGhamdi Z. Burden of Illness of Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia: A Five-Year Longitudinal Study. Adv Ther 2024; 41:1120-1150. [PMID: 38240948 PMCID: PMC10879361 DOI: 10.1007/s12325-023-02772-y] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/03/2023] [Accepted: 12/13/2023] [Indexed: 02/22/2024]
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INTRODUCTION Type 2 diabetes mellitus (T2DM) is associated with huge clinical and economic burden in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia (KSA) which can be curtailed by efficacious treatment. In order to achieve this, current treatment pathways for T2DM and associated costs need to be assessed. METHODS A longitudinal cohort review was conducted to collect country-specific and patient-specific clinical data, over a minimum observation period of 5 years in the KSA. Patient demographics, clinical characteristics and treatment patterns were recorded. The IQVIA Core Diabetes Model (CDM) version 9.5 Plus was used to assess the burden of illness, which included long-term projections of clinical (life expectancy [LE], quality-adjusted life-years [QALYs], event rates of diabetes-related complications) and direct medical cost (per-patient annual or lifelong [50 years]) outcomes of the most commonly used first-line (1st-line) regimens for T2DM from a payer perspective in the KSA. RESULTS Data were collected from a subpopulation of 638 patients from 15 participating centres. There was an equal gender representation with a majority of the patients belonging to Arabian/Saudi ethnicity (71.0%). Biguanides (81.5%), sulfonylureas (51.6%), dipeptidyl peptidase 4 (DPP4) inhibitors (26.2%) and fast-acting insulins (17.2%) were the most prescribed 1st-line agents. The most frequently used 1st-line regimens resulted in an estimated LE of 25-28 years, QALYs of 18-21 years and lifelong total cost of illness of 201,377-437,371 Saudi Arabian riyal (53,700-116,632 US dollars). CONCLUSION Our study addresses gaps in the current research by providing a complete landscape of baseline demographic, clinical characteristics and treatment patterns from a heterogeneous group of patients with T2DM in the KSA. Additionally, the burden of illness analysis using CDM showed substantially higher cost of T2DM care from a payer perspective in the KSA.
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- Aseer Central Hospital, Aseer Diabetes Centre, Abha, Saudi Arabia
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- Diabetology Center, Al Noor Specialist Hospital, Makkah, Saudi Arabia
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- Endocrine and Diabetes Specialized Center, Al-Qurayyat General Hospital, Qurayyat, Saudi Arabia
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- Buraidah Diabetes Centre, King Fahad Specialist Hospital, Dammam, Saudi Arabia
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- King Abdulaziz Specialized Hospital, Taif, Saudi Arabia
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- Diabetes and Endocrinology Center, Hera General Hospital, Makkah, Saudi Arabia
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- Endocrine and Diabetes Center, King Abdulaziz Hospital, Jeddah, Saudi Arabia
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- Diabetes Center, King Fahad Specialized Hospital, Tabuk, Saudi Arabia
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- Endocrine and Diabetic Center, King Abdulaziz Specialist Hospital, Jouf, Saudi Arabia
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- Center of Endocrinology and Diabetes Mellitus, Al-Qunfudah General Hospital, Al-Qunfudah, Makkah Province, Saudi Arabia
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- Diabetes Centre at King Fahad Hospital, Madina, Saudi Arabia
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Alali RA, Alateeq SA, Almuhanna AF, Al Elq AH, Albaker WI, Habara A, Alrubaish FA, Vatte C, Loza BL, Al-Muhanna FA, Al-Ali AK. Dietary assessment of type 2 diabetic patients using healthful plant-based diet score in the Eastern Province of Saudi Arabia. BMC Nutr 2024; 10:37. [PMID: 38419128 PMCID: PMC10900584 DOI: 10.1186/s40795-024-00843-z] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/02/2023] [Accepted: 02/15/2024] [Indexed: 03/02/2024] Open
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BACKGROUND Diabetes mellitus is a chronic disease characterized by a wide range of metabolic problems. The current study sought to assess nutritional habits of Saudi patients with type 2 diabetes (T2D) and to propose recommendations to improve these patients' dietary habits and delay possible disease complications. METHODS Over a period of three years, (2017-2019) 577 patients with T2D attending the outpatient's diabetic clinics at King Fahd Hospital of the University, Al Khobar, Saudi Arabia were invited to participate in this study. Data of dietary intake were collected by trained nurses using a pretested structured validated semi quantitative food frequency questionnaire. The dietary data were collected using 7-day dietary recall questionnaire. A modified score system that associates dietary habits with glycemic control and lipid profile was used. RESULTS Overall, a high healthful plant-based diet score was associated with a significant (P = 0.018) reduction in triglycerides (TG) level (mean difference - 3.78%; 95% CI, -0.65% to -6.81%) and a statistically non-significant (P = 0.06) increase in high density lipoprotein (HDL) levels (mean difference 1.87%; 95% CI -0.06-3.84%) in T2D patients from the Eastern Province of Saudi Arabia. Additionally, in our patient group, the prevalence of coronary artery disease, stroke, peripheral artery disease, and chronic kidney disease in T2D patients was 11.3%, 6.2%, 3.3%, and 8.4%, respectively and were higher when compared to the prevalence in the general population. CONCLUSION The present study showed that adherence to a healthful plant-based diet, when compared to high glycemic index diet, is associated with a favorable outcome in glycemic control and lipid profile in T2D patients. Prior assessment of total diet quality may be beneficial when giving nutritional advice to T2D patients with the possibility of improving glycemic control and lipid profile.
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Grants
- 001 Rawabi Scientific Chair for Social Responsibility, Imam Abdulrahman Bin Faisal University
- 001 Rawabi Scientific Chair for Social Responsibility, Imam Abdulrahman Bin Faisal University
- 001 Rawabi Scientific Chair for Social Responsibility, Imam Abdulrahman Bin Faisal University
- 001 Rawabi Scientific Chair for Social Responsibility, Imam Abdulrahman Bin Faisal University
- 001 Rawabi Scientific Chair for Social Responsibility, Imam Abdulrahman Bin Faisal University
- 001 Rawabi Scientific Chair for Social Responsibility, Imam Abdulrahman Bin Faisal University
- 001 Rawabi Scientific Chair for Social Responsibility, Imam Abdulrahman Bin Faisal University
- 001 Rawabi Scientific Chair for Social Responsibility, Imam Abdulrahman Bin Faisal University
- 001 Rawabi Scientific Chair for Social Responsibility, Imam Abdulrahman Bin Faisal University
- 001 Rawabi Scientific Chair for Social Responsibility, Imam Abdulrahman Bin Faisal University
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- Rudaynah A Alali
- Department of Internal Medicine, King Fahad Hospital of the University, Al Khobar, Saudi Arabia
- Imam Abdulrahman Bin Faisal University, 31441, Dammam, Saudi Arabia
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- Department of Clinical Biochemistry College of Medicine, Imam Abdulrahman Bin Faisal University, 31441, Dammam, Saudi Arabia
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- Department of Radiology, King Fahad Hospital of the University, Al Khobar, Saudi Arabia
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- Department of Internal Medicine, King Fahad Hospital of the University, Al Khobar, Saudi Arabia
- Imam Abdulrahman Bin Faisal University, 31441, Dammam, Saudi Arabia
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- Department of Internal Medicine, King Fahad Hospital of the University, Al Khobar, Saudi Arabia
- Imam Abdulrahman Bin Faisal University, 31441, Dammam, Saudi Arabia
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- Department of Clinical Biochemistry College of Medicine, Imam Abdulrahman Bin Faisal University, 31441, Dammam, Saudi Arabia
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- Department of Internal Medicine, King Fahad Hospital of the University, Al Khobar, Saudi Arabia
- Imam Abdulrahman Bin Faisal University, 31441, Dammam, Saudi Arabia
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- Department of Clinical Biochemistry College of Medicine, Imam Abdulrahman Bin Faisal University, 31441, Dammam, Saudi Arabia
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- Department of Surgery, Perelman School of Medicine, University of Pennsylvania, 19104, Pennsylvania, PA, USA
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- Department of Internal Medicine, King Fahad Hospital of the University, Al Khobar, Saudi Arabia
- Imam Abdulrahman Bin Faisal University, 31441, Dammam, Saudi Arabia
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- Department of Clinical Biochemistry College of Medicine, Imam Abdulrahman Bin Faisal University, 31441, Dammam, Saudi Arabia.
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Alawainati MA, Ayoob ZA, Naser HS. Characteristics, glycemic control and outcomes of adults with type-2 diabetes mellitus attending specialized clinics in primary healthcare centers in Bahrain-A cross-sectional study. J Family Med Prim Care 2023; 12:2576-2583. [PMID: 38186767 PMCID: PMC10771150 DOI: 10.4103/jfmpc.jfmpc_829_23] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/20/2023] [Revised: 07/16/2023] [Accepted: 08/01/2023] [Indexed: 01/09/2024] Open
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Introduction Diabetes mellitus is a global health challenge that requires continuous and multidisciplinary management. Suboptimal diabetes management results in serious complications that impose a huge burden on patients and the healthcare system. This study aimed to assess the characteristics, glycemic control and outcomes of patients with type-2 diabetes attending primary healthcare centers in Bahrain according to the new American Diabetes Association (ADA) guidelines. Materials and Methods A cross-sectional study was conducted among adult patients with type-2 diabetes mellitus attending diabetic clinics in Bahrain. A multi-stage sampling technique was adopted. The data collection tool consisted of three parts: baseline and sociodemographic data, the physical measures of the patients and the most recent laboratory results. An A1C of less than 7% was indicative of good glycemic control. Results A total of 721 patients with type-2 diabetes mellitus were included with an average age of 58.4 years. Most patients were hypertensive (n = 457, 63.4%), and half of them were hyperlipidemic (n = 373, 51.7%). Around 57% (n = 402) of the patients adopted lifestyle modifications, 14.8% adopted diet control measures and around half performed weekly regular exercises. More than 92% of the cohort were on metformin, 52.0% (n = 375) were on Sulphonylurea medications and 41% (n = 298) were on insulin formulations. While only 40% of the patients had controlled diabetes (n = 283, 39.3%) and hypertension (n = 298, 41.3%), most patients achieved adequate cholesterol and low-density lipoprotein levels (83.2% and 76.6%, respectively). Non-Bahraini (P ≤ 0.001), young (P = 0.027) and obese patients (P = 0.003) had lower glycemic control measures. Adequate cholesterol levels were seen more in patients with a controlled glycemic index (P = 0.015). Conclusion Considering the new glycemic targets, glycemic and hypertension control was poor among diabetic patients, especially non-Bahraini, obese and young patients. Urgent interventions by policymakers, physicians and caregivers are needed to improve the outcomes of diabetes.
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- Department of Family Medicine, Primary Healthcare Centers, Manama, Bahrain
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- Department of Family Medicine, Primary Healthcare Centers, Manama, Bahrain
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Ewid M, Algoblan AS, Elzaki EM, Muqresh MA, Al Khalifa AR, Alshargabi AM, Alotaibi SA, Alfayez AS, Naguib M. Factors associated with glycemic control and diabetes complications in a group of Saudi patients with type 2 diabetes. Medicine (Baltimore) 2023; 102:e35212. [PMID: 37747025 PMCID: PMC10519521 DOI: 10.1097/md.0000000000035212] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/21/2023] [Revised: 08/08/2023] [Accepted: 08/23/2023] [Indexed: 09/26/2023] Open
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Poor glycemic control is a risk factor for micro and macrovascular complications of diabetes. The aim of this study was to assess the prevalence and factors related to suboptimal glycemic control and diabetes complications in a group of patients with type 2 diabetes mellitus (T2DM). This cross-sectional descriptive study conducted in Al Qassim region, Saudi Arabia. Two hundred patients with T2DM were enrolled. Demographic, social, and self-care behavior data were collected. A thorough clinical evaluation was done. Glycated hemoglobin, lipid, and kidney profile results were recorded. Mann-Whitney test was used to compare different groups. For comparing categorical data, Chi-square (χ2) test was performed. Multivariate logistic regression analyses used to detect predictors of poor glycemic control and macrovascular and microvascular complications. The median age of patients was 58 years, and 62% of them were males. Only 22.5% of patients had glycated hemoglobin <7%. Forty-four patients (22%) had evidence of macrovascular complications. Retinopathy, neuropathy, and nephropathy were found in 42.5%, 32.5%, and 12%, respectively. Longer diabetes duration was significantly associated with poor glycemic control (OR = 1.006, P < .005). The age of the patients was independently associated with macrovascular complications (OR = 1.050, P = .029). Hyperlipidemia was significantly associated with neuropathy (OR = 0.229, P = .043) and retinopathy (OR = 12.887, P = .003). Although physical activity was lower in patients with suboptimal glycemic levels (P = .024), cardiovascular disease (P = .030), neuropathy (P < .001), retinopathy (P < .001), and nephropathy (P = .019), multivariate analysis showed that it was only independently associated with neuropathy (OR = 0.614, P = .001). The prevalence of suboptimal glycemic control is high in the studied population. Effective health measures are urgently needed to stop diabetes complications, especially retinopathy and neuropathy. Elderly people with long durations of diabetes, and lower physical activity should be the focus of the interventions. Tailored exercise programs are particularly needed for better diabetes control and for the prevention of complications in patients with T2DM.
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- Mohammed Ewid
- Internal Medicine Department, College of Medicine, Sulaiman Al Rajhi University, Bukairyah, AL-Qassim, Saudi Arabia
- Internal Medicine Department, Faculty of Medicine, Cairo University, Cairo, Egypt
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- KFSH-B Diabetes and Endocrinology Center, Al-Qassim, Saudi Arabia
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- Diabetes and Endocrinology Unit, Faculty of Medicine Kasr Al-Ainy Hospital, Cairo University, Cairo, Egypt
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Abdulaziz Alrashed F, Ahmad T, Almurdi MM, Alqahtani AS, Alamam DM, Alsubiheen AM. Investigating the relationship between lifestyle factors, family history, and diabetes mellitus in non-diabetic visitors to primary care centers. Saudi J Biol Sci 2023; 30:103777. [PMID: 37663393 PMCID: PMC10472303 DOI: 10.1016/j.sjbs.2023.103777] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/19/2023] [Revised: 07/31/2023] [Accepted: 08/05/2023] [Indexed: 09/05/2023] Open
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We investigated the risk levels associated with diabetes mellitus. They were assessed based on whether anyone in their family had a history of diabetes. The data collected are measurements of blood pressure, weight, height, and smoking habits, as well as physical activity and educational status. Based on the American Diabetes Association's (ADA) recommendations, the questionnaire included a diabetes risk assessment. The risk of diabetes was 76.3% among participants with a family history of diabetes. There is a 41.1% chance of diabetes among those participants whose fathers had diabetes, and a 39.3% chance of diabetes among those participants whose mothers had diabetes. Additionally, those participants who have siblings with diabetes were 24% at high risk for developing diabetes. The prevalence of the risk of having a family history of diabetes is higher in the women in the family (RR = 3.12; P = 0.0001) as compared to the men in the family (RR = 1.9; P = 0.0001). Risk of diabetes more in the male (1.13 times higher) in the current study based on the ADA scale. There is evidence that various factors, including lifestyle choices, physical attributes, and family history, influence the risk of developing diabetes in the current study. The results of the current study indicate that there is a strong association between patients with T2D and those who have a family history of diabetes. Considering Saudi Arabia's high diabetes risk, evidence-based lifestyle modifications are needed.
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- Fahad Abdulaziz Alrashed
- Department of Cardiac Sciences, College of Medicine, King Saud University, P.O. Box 7805, Riyadh 11472, Saudi Arabia
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- Department of Medical Education, College of Medicine, King Saud University, P.O. Box 7805, Riyadh 11472, Saudi Arabia
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- Department of Health Rehabilitation Sciences, College of Applied Medical Sciences, King Saud University, P.O. Box 10219, Riyadh 11433, Saudi Arabia
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- Department of Health Rehabilitation Sciences, College of Applied Medical Sciences, King Saud University, P.O. Box 10219, Riyadh 11433, Saudi Arabia
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- Department of Health Rehabilitation Sciences, College of Applied Medical Sciences, King Saud University, P.O. Box 10219, Riyadh 11433, Saudi Arabia
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- Department of Health Rehabilitation Sciences, College of Applied Medical Sciences, King Saud University, P.O. Box 10219, Riyadh 11433, Saudi Arabia
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Hussein G, Al Saud AA, Siddiqi AM, Khasawinah A, Alenezi A, Mohammed RA, Alendijani YA. The Impact of Continuity of Care on Health Indicators in Patients With Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus in Family Medicine Clinics in Riyadh. Cureus 2023; 15:e43410. [PMID: 37706138 PMCID: PMC10496726 DOI: 10.7759/cureus.43410] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Accepted: 08/13/2023] [Indexed: 09/15/2023] Open
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BACKGROUND Diabetes Mellitus Type 2 (DM2) is highly prevalent in Saudi Arabia, with many experiencing complications due to the disease. Family medicine physicians are usually the primary care providers responsible for the medical management of type 2 diabetes mellitus patients. Microvascular and macrovascular complications can occur if type 2 diabetes mellitus is poorly managed. Effective management of health indicators in patients with DM2 relating to glycated hemoglobin (HbA1c), low density lipoprotein cholesterol, blood pressure, and tobacco use is an essential part of medical care to prevent complications. Due to the projected increase in the number of patients with DM2, there is huge concern surrounding the management of this chronic illness that requires review. This study aims to evaluate the impact of continuity of care on health indicators among family medicine patients diagnosed with diabetes mellitus type 2 and to analyze the effect of continuity of care regarding the completion of age-appropriate preventive health screenings. METHODS This is a retrospective cohort study. Data collected from electronic medical records of patients 40-75 years of age that received care at the Family Medicine clinics that were diagnosed with type 2 diabetes mellitus with ≥4 clinic visits from January 1, 2017, to June 30, 2020, at King Faisal Specialist Hospital & Research Centre in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. Data collected included demographic data, body mass index, smoking status, blood pressure, past medical history, preventive health screening completed, and laboratory results, including HbA1c and lipid profile. The continuity of care index and usual provider continuity score indices were calculated for the analysis to measure continuity of care. RESULTS Three hundred and fifty-two patients were included in the study. Most of the patients were Saudi (74.15%), female (51.99%), and married (82.67%). In addition, 90.34% accounted for a high usual provider continuity of care score (UPCS), and 64.20% of the patients had a high continuity of care index (COCi). Younger age groups were significantly more prevalent in the high UPCS group (p=0.037). Additionally, patients of non-Saudi nationalities constituted a significantly larger proportion of the high UPCS group. Single patients showed high UPCS. Comorbidities were not different between the groups, except inflammatory joint disease, which was more common in the low COCi group. Preventative screening measures were also not different between the groups; however, the type of colon cancer screening differed, where patients with high COCi more frequently underwent colonoscopies (13.3% vs. 4.4%, p=0.015) instead of fecal occult blood tests. CONCLUSION For the first time, we report the implications of the continuity of care for DM2 patients in Saudi Arabia and the Middle East. Continuity of care did not result in the improvement of health indicators or in the completion of preventive health screenings in diabetic patients. Further studies are needed in the region to confirm our findings and assess the association between continuity of care and patient health indicators impact.
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- Ghada Hussein
- Family Medicine and Polyclinics, King Faisal Specialist Hospital and Research Centre, Riyadh, SAU
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- Family Medicine and Polyclinics, Alfaisal University College of Medicine, Riyadh, SAU
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- Family Medicine and Polyclinics, Alfaisal University College of Medicine, Riyadh, SAU
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- Family Medicine and Polyclinics, Alfaisal University College of Medicine, Riyadh, SAU
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- Family Medicine and Polyclinics, Alfaisal University College of Medicine, Riyadh, SAU
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- Family Medicine and Polyclinics, Alfaisal University College of Medicine, Riyadh, SAU
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- Family Medicine and Polyclinics, King Faisal Specialist Hospital and Research Centre, Riyadh, SAU
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Rasheed MK, Hasan SS, Alqasoumi A, Babar ZUD. Impact of an educational program on community pharmacist's preparedness to conduct pharmacist-led diabetes clinic in Saudi Arabia. J Pharm Policy Pract 2023; 16:87. [PMID: 37443099 DOI: 10.1186/s40545-023-00597-2] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/18/2023] [Accepted: 07/10/2023] [Indexed: 07/15/2023] Open
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BACKGROUND Demand for diabetes care and prevention has increased due to Saudi Arabia's high prevalence of diabetes mellitus and its insufficient treatment. This raised awareness of the significance of community pharmacists in Saudi Arabia, who may significantly improve diabetes treatment by setting up pharmacist-led diabetic clinics. Thus, to assess community pharmacists' readiness to lead diabetes clinics in Saudi Arabia, this study evaluated the usefulness of an educational session on diabetes care. METHOD The preparation of community pharmacists for diabetes treatment and management was assessed using a validated diabetes-specific questionnaire. An engaging and thorough diabetes education class was presented by two licensed diabetes educators. One-way ANOVA, chi-square, and the Mann-Whitney U-test were used to statistically assess the pre- and post-knowledge and attitude scores of community pharmacists. RESULTS Following a learning session, the community pharmacists had a significant increase in understanding oral hypoglycemic medicines, monitoring the disease's course, and dosing of insulin for diabetics (p = 0.01). Additionally, the community pharmacist's perspective and attitude score on managing diabetes increased from 49.74 to 52.74 (p = 0.01). CONCLUSION The study's findings demonstrated a marked improvement in community pharmacist's knowledge of and attitude toward running pharmacist-led diabetic clinics following a session on diabetes education in collaboration with the Pharmacy College. The study's findings also emphasized the significance of developing a structured programme for diabetes education in Saudi Arabia to address the demands of community pharmacists in terms of professional development.
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- Muhammad Kamran Rasheed
- Department of Pharmacy Practice, College of Pharmacy, Qassim University, Buraydah, Saudi Arabia.
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- School of Pharmacy, University of Huddersfield, Huddersfield, HD1 3DH, UK
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- Department of Pharmacy Practice, College of Pharmacy, Qassim University, Buraydah, Saudi Arabia
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Almutairi OM, Alhomaid TA, Alshuaibi AM, Ahmad Alahmad RM, Al Mardhamah NH, Alamri T. The Influence of Eating Habits on Type 2 Diabetes in Saudi Arabia: A Systematic Review. Cureus 2023; 15:e42638. [PMID: 37644936 PMCID: PMC10461219 DOI: 10.7759/cureus.42638] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Accepted: 07/28/2023] [Indexed: 08/31/2023] Open
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Several dietary factors are associated with an increased risk of diabetes in Saudi Arabia. The increasing consumption of processed and sugary foods, including fast food and sugary beverages, in recent decades along with the rising prevalence of diabetes indicate the necessity of exploring the influence of eating habits on diabetes in Saudi Arabia. That is why the association between eating habits and diabetes in Saudi Arabia has become a topic of increasing interest. Therefore, this systematic literature review aimed to explore the influence of eating habits on the prevalence of diabetes in Saudi Arabia by providing a comprehensive synthesis of existing evidence from studies conducted on this topic in Saudi Arabia. A systematic search was conducted using predefined search terms in electronic databases, including PubMed, Embase, Medline, Google Scholar, and Scopus. Studies investigating the relationship between eating habits and diabetes prevalence among the Saudi Arabian population were included. Data extraction was performed, and the quality of included studies was assessed using appropriate tools. The findings were synthesized and discussed. Understanding the association between eating habits and diabetes in Saudi Arabia is crucial for developing effective preventive and management strategies for diabetes and other non-communicable diseases and promoting healthier eating habits in Saudi Arabia.
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- Osama M Almutairi
- Family and Community Medicine Department, Faculty of Medicine in Rabigh, King Abdulaziz University, Jeddah, SAU
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- Family and Community Medicine Department, Faculty of Medicine in Rabigh, King Abdulaziz University, Jeddah, SAU
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Swaray SM, Tetteh J, Djonor SK, Ekem-Ferguson G, Clottey RY, Yacoba A, Yawson AE. Changes in trends and patterns of glycaemic control at Ghana's National Diabetes Management and Research Centre during the era of the COVID-19 pandemic. PLOS GLOBAL PUBLIC HEALTH 2023; 3:e0002024. [PMID: 37315063 DOI: 10.1371/journal.pgph.0002024] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/29/2022] [Accepted: 05/12/2023] [Indexed: 06/16/2023]
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BACKGROUND Maintaining optimal glycaemic control (GC) delays the onset and progression of diabetes-related complications, especially microvascular complications. We aimed to establish the trend and pattern of GC, and its associated factors in persons living with diabetes (PLWD), and to examine the influence of COVID-19 on GC. METHODS A retrospective study involving secondary data from 2,593 patients' physical records from the National Diabetes Management and Research Centre (NDMRC) in Accra, extracted from 2015-2021. Growth rate of GC was assessed, and ordinal logistic and Poisson models weighted with Mahalanobis distance matching within propensity caliper were adopted to assess the impact of COVID-19 pandemic on GC. Stata 16.1 was utilized and the significant value set as p≤0.05. RESULTS GC pattern indicated a steady deterioration ranging from 38.6% (95%CI = 34.5-42.9) in 2015 to 69.2% (95%CI = 63.5-74.4) in 2021. The overall growth from 2015-2021 was 8.7%. Being a woman and increasing diastolic pressure significantly increase the likelihood of poor glycaemic control (PGC) by 22% and 25%, respectively compared with their respective counterparts [aOR(95%CI = 1.01-1.46 and 1.25(1.10-1.41), respectively]; whilst lower age increased the risk of PGC throughout the years. We found that risk of PGC during the era of COVID-19 was approximately 1.57(95%CI = 1.08-2.30) times significant, whilst the adjusted prevalence ratio (aPR) of PGC during the era of COVID-19 was approximately 64% significantly higher than the era without COVID-19 (aPR = 1.64, 95%CI = 1.10-2.43). CONCLUSION GC worsened from 2015-2021, especially during the COVID era. Younger age, uncontrolled blood pressure and/or being a woman were associated with PGC. The NDMRC and other centres that provide specialist healthcare in resource-limited settings, must determine the factors that militate against optimal service delivery in the era of the COVID-19 pandemic, and implement measures that would improve resilience in provision of essential care in the face of shocks.
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- Department of Community Health, University of Ghana Medical School, College of Health Sciences, University of Ghana, Accra, Ghana
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- National Cardiothoracic Centre, Korle Bu Teaching Hospital, Accra, Ghana
- Department of Psychiatry, Korle Bu Teaching Hospital, Accra, Ghana
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- National Diabetes Management and Research Centre, Korle-Bu Teaching Hospital, Accra, Ghana
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- National Diabetes Management and Research Centre, Korle-Bu Teaching Hospital, Accra, Ghana
- Department of Medicine & Therapeutics, University of Ghana Medical School, Accra, Ghana
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- Department of Community Health, University of Ghana Medical School, College of Health Sciences, University of Ghana, Accra, Ghana
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Alotaibi YK, Al-Nowaiser N, Al Harbi TJ, Tourkmani AM, Moharram M. Improving type 2 diabetes mellitus management in Ministry of Defense Hospitals in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia 2018-2021. BMJ Open Qual 2023; 12:bmjoq-2022-002037. [PMID: 37012002 PMCID: PMC10083884 DOI: 10.1136/bmjoq-2022-002037] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/07/2022] [Accepted: 02/18/2023] [Indexed: 04/05/2023] Open
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Diabetes mellitus is a metabolic disease characterised by elevated levels of blood glucose and is a leading cause of disability and mortality. Uncontrolled type 2 diabetes leads to complications such as retinopathy, nephropathy and neuropathy. Improved treatment of hyperglycaemia is likely to delay the onset and progression of microvascular and neuropathic complications.This article describes the efforts of 18 governmental hospitals in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia that enrolled in a collaborative improvement project to improve the poor glycaemic control (HbA1c >9% to be less than 15%) of patients with diabetes by the end of 2021 among all the chronic illness clinics in the enrolled military hospitals. Enrolled hospitals were required to implement an evidence-based change package that included the implementation of diabetes clinical practice guidelines with standardised assessment and care planning tools. Furthermore, care delivery was standardised using a standard clinic scope of service that focused on multidisciplinary care teams. Finally, hospitals were required to implement diabetes registries that were used by case managers for poorly controlled patients.The project timetable was from October 2018 to December 2021. Diabetes poor control (HbA1c >9%) showed improved mean difference of 12.7% (34.9% baseline, 22.2% after) with a p value of 0.01. Diabetes optimal testing significantly improved from 41% at the start of the project in the fourth quarter of 2018, reaching 78% by the end of the fourth quarter of 2021. Variation between hospitals showed a significant reduction in the first quarter of 2021.The collaborative multilevel approach of standardising the care based on the best available evidence through policies, guidelines and protocols, patient-focused care and integrated care plan by a multidisciplinary team was associated with noticeable improvement in all key performance indicators of the project.
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- Yasser K Alotaibi
- Continuous Quality Improvement and Patient Safety, General Directorate for Health Services, Ministry of Defense, Riyadh, Saudi Arabia
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- Continuous Quality Improvement and Patient Safety, General Directorate for Health Services, Ministry of Defense, Riyadh, Saudi Arabia
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- Chronic Illness Center, Family and Community Medicine Department, Prince Sultan Military Medical City, Riyadh, Saudi Arabia
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- Chronic Illness Center, Family and Community Medicine Department, Prince Sultan Military Medical City, Riyadh, Saudi Arabia
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- Continuous Quality Improvement and Patient Safety, General Directorate for Health Services, Ministry of Defense, Riyadh, Saudi Arabia
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Bitew ZW, Alemu A, Jember DA, Tadesse E, Getaneh FB, Seid A, Weldeyonnes M. Prevalence of Glycemic Control and Factors Associated With Poor Glycemic Control: A Systematic Review and Meta-analysis. INQUIRY : A JOURNAL OF MEDICAL CARE ORGANIZATION, PROVISION AND FINANCING 2023; 60:469580231155716. [PMID: 36852627 PMCID: PMC10071101 DOI: 10.1177/00469580231155716] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/05/2022] [Revised: 01/09/2023] [Accepted: 01/20/2023] [Indexed: 03/01/2023]
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The primary method for preventing health and health-related problems in diabetic people is glycemic control. Numerous studies have documented the importance of glycemic control and the factors that influence it. However, the results are dispersed. This study sought to identify the prevalence of poor glycemic control and associated factors in Ethiopia. Findings will be crucial to reduce the burden of poor glycemic control. Comprehensive search was performed from databases: PubMed, Global Health, CINAHL, IRIS, and FSTA. Gray literature sources were also explored. This document was prepared based on the PRISMA flowchart. The protocol is registered in PROSPERO (ID: CRD42022296583). STATA software was used for data analyses and I2 test with Cochrane Q statistics, and forest plot were used to verify heterogeneity. When the I2 value was higher than 50% and the p-value was 0.05, heterogeneity was deemed significant. To confirm publication bias, a funnel plot with an Egger's regression test was performed. The factors related to poor glycemic control were reported using pooled odds ratios (POR) and a 95% confidence interval. In this study, 46 papers totaling 15 457 people were used to calculate the pooled estimates. It was determined that 32.6% (95% CI: 28.3, 36.9) and 61.92% (95% CI: 57.92, 65.92) of the subjects, respectively, had good and poor glycemic control. Being male protected against poor glycemic control, while poor diet adherence, lack of exercise, poor adherence to anti-diabetic medications, and smoking increased the likelihood of poor glycemic control. Lack of formal education, no family history of diabetes, lack of glucometer for blood glucose monitoring, comorbidity, being overweight and prolonged length of stay with diabetes all contributed to poor glycemic control. Ethiopia had a fairly high rate of poor glycemic control. The main determinants are lifestyle factors. Therefore, it is important to focus on behavioral interventions.
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- Zebenay Workneh Bitew
- St. Paul’s Hospital Millennium Medical
College, Addis Ababa, Ethiopia
- Addis Ababa University, Addis Ababa,
Ethiopia
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- St. Paul’s Hospital Millennium Medical
College, Addis Ababa, Ethiopia
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- Addis Ababa University, Addis Ababa,
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- Bahir Dar University, Bahir Dar,
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Saiyed NS, Yagoub U, Al Qahtani B, Al Zahrani AM, Al Hariri I, Syed MJ, Elmardi ME, Tufail MA, Manajreh M. Risk Factors of Microvascular Complications Among Type 2 Diabetic Patients Using Cox Proportional Hazards Models: A Cohort Study in Tabuk Saudi Arabia. J Multidiscip Healthc 2022; 15:1619-1632. [PMID: 35923155 PMCID: PMC9342245 DOI: 10.2147/jmdh.s367241] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/24/2022] [Accepted: 06/30/2022] [Indexed: 11/23/2022] Open
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Purpose The burden of type 2 diabetes (T2D) is high in Saudi Arabia, but data related to its complications are limited. This study aimed to determine the incidence of microvascular complications caused by T2D and evaluate the impact of the associated risk factors. Patients and Methods This retrospective cohort study was conducted at two military hospitals in Tabuk, Saudi Arabia. Data on the socio-demographics, glycaemic profile, blood lipid indices, duration of T2D, and associated microvascular complications were collected from electronic health records and medical files. Descriptive statistics and Cox proportional hazards models were used for data analysis. Results This study included 1563 T2D patients. The incidence of microvascular complications was 34.3% (95% confidence interval [CI], 32.0-36.6). Retinopathy was the most common complication (incidence=20.0%; 95% CI, 18.0-22.0%), while nephropathy was the least common complication (incidence=12.2%; 95% CI, 10.6-13.8%). Advanced age (≥65 years) showed the highest risk of retinopathy (Hazard ratios [HR], 2.86; 95% CI, 2.56-3.21), neuropathy (HR, 2.70; 95% CI, 2.40-3.05), and nephropathy (HR, 2.37; 95% CI, 2.12-2.64) compared with their counterparts. After adjusting for potential confounders, the study found that the significant risk factors for microvascular complications were longer duration (≥10 years) of T2D (HR, 5.3; 95% CI, 5.1-5.6), uncontrolled hypertension (HR, 3.9; 95% CI, 3.3-4.2), poor glycaemic control (HR, 4.6; 95% CI, 4.3-5.1), obesity (HR, 2.3; 95% CI, 2.2-2.6), and dyslipidaemia (HR, 1.6; 95% CI, 1.2-2.0). Conclusion Given the high burden of microvascular complications in military healthcare facilities in Tabuk, Saudi Arabia, a context-specific accessible public health program focusing on the promotion of a healthy lifestyle, physical activity, and consumption of a healthy diet, as well as the early diagnosis and management of diabetes, needs to be developed and implemented.
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- Nasrin S Saiyed
- Research Department, King Salman Armed Forces Hospital, Tabuk, Saudi Arabia
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- Research Department, King Salman Armed Forces Hospital, Tabuk, Saudi Arabia
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- Academic Affairs Department, King Salman Armed Forces Hospital, Tabuk, Saudi Arabia
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- Family Medicine Department, King Salman Armed Forces Hospital, Tabuk, Saudi Arabia
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- Internal Medicine Department, King Salman Armed Forces Hospital, Tabuk, Saudi Arabia
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- Research Department, King Salman Armed Forces Hospital, Tabuk, Saudi Arabia
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Letta S, Aga F, Yadeta TA, Geda B, Dessie Y. Correlates of Glycemic Control Among Patients With Type 2 Diabetes in Eastern Ethiopia: A Hospital-Based Cross-Sectional Study. Front Endocrinol (Lausanne) 2022; 13:939804. [PMID: 35942179 PMCID: PMC9356126 DOI: 10.3389/fendo.2022.939804] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/09/2022] [Accepted: 06/14/2022] [Indexed: 01/18/2023] Open
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Introduction Even though optimal blood glucose control reduces the risk of diabetes-related complications, many patients with type 2 diabetes (T2D) fail to achieve it for a variety of reasons. In the study area, there was a paucity of evidence regarding correlates of glycemic control. Therefore, this study aimed to find out the correlates of glycemic control among patients with T2D in Eastern Ethiopia. Methods A cross-sectional study was conducted among 879 adult patients with T2D on follow-up at two public hospitals in Harar. Data were collected through interviews, physical measurements, and record reviews. The level of glycemic control was determined from three consecutive fasting plasma glucose (FPG) measurements. A mean value of FPG measurements falling in the normal range (80-130 mg/dl) was considered as optimal glycemic control; otherwise, a mean FPG level that is below or above the normal range (<80 mg/dl or >130 mg/dl) was defined as suboptimal glycemic control. Descriptive statistics were used to summarize the data, while a linear regression model was used to find out the correlates of glycemic control. A beta coefficient and a 95% CI reported associations. The statistical significance was declared at a p-value ≤0.05. Results The mean age of the patients with T2D was 52.7 ( ± 13.3) years. The mean FPG level was 172 ± 56 mg/dl. Suboptimal glycemic control was found in 76% (95% CI: 73.41, 79.04) of patients with T2D. In a multivariable linear regression, khat chewing (β = 6.12; 95% CI: 1.55, 8.69), triglycerides (β = 0.56; 95% CI: 0.41.48, 0.65), comorbidity (β = 5.29; 95% CI: 1.39, 9.13), and poor level of self-care practices (β = 5.43; 95% CI: 1.41, 6.46) showed a significant correlation with glycemic control. Conclusions This study found that about three-fourths of patients with T2D had suboptimal glycemic control. Khat chewing, comorbidity, and poor level of self-care practices were independently correlated with glycemic control. Thus, suppressing glycemic levels through appropriate treatment and strict diabetes self-care practices including avoidance of Khat chewing is a useful approach to attaining glycemic target that subsequently reduces cardiovascular risks.
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- Shiferaw Letta
- School of Nursing and Midwifery, College of Health and Medical Sciences, Haramaya University, Harar, Ethiopia
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- School of Nursing and Midwifery, College of Health Sciences, Addis Ababa University, Addis Ababa, Ethiopia
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- School of Nursing and Midwifery, College of Health and Medical Sciences, Haramaya University, Harar, Ethiopia
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- Department of Nursing, College of Health Sciences, Madda Walabu University, Shashamene, Ethiopia
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- School of Public Health, College of Health and Medical Sciences, Haramaya University, Harar, Ethiopia
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Al-Rubeaan K, Alsayed M, Ben-Nakhi A, Bayram F, Echtay A, Hadaoui A, Hafidh K, Kennedy K, Kok A, Malek R, Rajadhyaksha V, Arnold SV. Characteristics and Treatment Patterns of Patients with Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus in the Middle East and Africa Cohort of the DISCOVER Study Program: a Prospective Study. Diabetes Ther 2022; 13:1339-1352. [PMID: 35689732 PMCID: PMC9240182 DOI: 10.1007/s13300-022-01272-6] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/10/2022] [Accepted: 05/11/2022] [Indexed: 11/28/2022] Open
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INTRODUCTION Despite the high prevalence of type 2 diabetes (T2D) and suboptimal glycemic control in the Middle East and Africa, comprehensive data on the management of T2D remain scarce. The main aim of this study is to describe the characteristics and treatment of patients with T2D initiating second-line glucose-lowering therapy in these regions. METHODS DISCOVER is a global, 3-year, prospective observational study of patients with T2D enrolled at initiation of second-line glucose-lowering therapy. Baseline characteristics and treatments are presented for patients from 12 countries divided into three regions: Mediterranean, Gulf Cooperation Council, and South Africa. RESULTS Among 3525 patients (52.5% male, mean age 54.3 years), mean time since T2D diagnosis was 6.2 years [across-region range (ARR) 5.8-7.5 years] and mean glycated hemoglobin levels were 8.7% (72.0 mmol/mol) [ARR 8.6-9.0% (68-75 mmol/mol)]. At first line, metformin was prescribed for 88.1% (ARR 85.4-90.3%) of patients and a sulfonylurea for 34.4% (ARR 12.7-45.4%). Sulfonylureas and dipeptidyl peptidase-4 inhibitors were prescribed at second line for 55.5% (ARR 48.6-82.5%) and 49.0% (ARR 3.7-73.8%) of patients, respectively. Main reasons for choice of second-line therapy were efficacy (73.2%; ARR 60.1-77.7%) and tolerability (26.8%; ARR 3.7-31.2%). CONCLUSIONS We demonstrate considerable inter-region variations in the management of T2D, likely affected by multiple factors (health system, physician behavior, and patient compliance), all of which should be addressed to optimize outcomes.
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- Khalid Al-Rubeaan
- Research and Scientific Centre, Sultan Bin Abdulaziz Humanitarian City, Riyadh, Kingdom of Saudi Arabia.
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- International Evidence Delivery Lead, BioPharmaceuticals Medical, AstraZeneca, Ibn Sinha Building, Dubai Healthcare City, Dubai, United Arab Emirates
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- Faculty of Medicine Endocrinology and Metabolism Department, Erciyes University, Kayseri, Turkey
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- Lebanese University, Beirut, Lebanon
- Department of Endocrinology, Rafik Hariri University Hospital, Beirut, Lebanon
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- Saint Luke's Mid America Heart Institute, Kansas City, MO, USA
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- University of the Witwatersrand, Netcare Union Hospital, Alberton, South Africa
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- Saint Luke's Mid America Heart Institute, Kansas City, MO, USA
- University of Missouri-Kansas City, Kansas City, MO, USA
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Al-Ma'aitah OH, Demant D, Jakimowicz S, Perry L. Glycaemic control and its associated factors in patients with type 2 diabetes in the Middle East and North Africa: An updated systematic review and meta-analysis. J Adv Nurs 2022; 78:2257-2276. [PMID: 35621355 PMCID: PMC9541219 DOI: 10.1111/jan.15255] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/06/2021] [Revised: 02/05/2022] [Accepted: 03/23/2022] [Indexed: 12/01/2022]
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Aims To examine the patient‐related factors that have been linked to glycaemic control in people living with type 2 diabetes mellitus in Middle Eastern countries. Design A systematic review and meta‐analysis. Data Sources A computerized search was conducted using the databases MEDLINE (via PubMed and Ovid), EMBASE, Scopus and CINAHL to identify peer‐reviewed articles published in English between 1 January 2010 and 21 May 2020. On 28 June 2021, the search was updated with the same keywords and databases; however, no further relevant studies were identified. Review Methods Extracted data were analysed using Review Manager 5.4. Results The final sample consisted of 54 articles with a total of 41,079 participants. Pooled data showed an increased risk of inadequate glycaemic control in smokers [OR = 1.26, 95% confidence interval (CI): 1.05, 1.52; p = .010], obese patients (OR = 1.30, 95% CI: 1.10, 1.54; p = .002), patients with elevated waist to hip ratio (OR = 1.62, 95% CI: 1.16, 2.26; p = .004) and longer disease duration (OR = 2.01, 95% CI: 1.64, 2.48; p < .001). A lower risk of inadequate control was associated with physical activity (OR = 0.40, 95% CI: 0.24, 0.67; p < .001) and self‐management (OR = 0.49, 95% CI: 0.29, 0.82; p = .006). Conclusion These findings highlight the opportunity to address factors to improve glycaemic control. Further longitudinal studies are required to better understand these variations, to assess all predictors of glycaemic control in participants with type 2 diabetes, and to provide a strong basis for future measures to optimize glycaemic control.
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- Odai Hamed Al-Ma'aitah
- School of Nursing and Midwifery, Faculty of Health, University of Technology Sydney, Ultimo, New South Wales, Australia
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- School of Public Health, Faculty of Health, University of Technology Sydney, Ultimo, New South Wales, Australia.,School of Public Health and Social Work, Faculty of Health, Queensland University of Technology, Brisbane, QLD, Australia
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- School of Nursing and Midwifery, Faculty of Health, University of Technology Sydney, Ultimo, New South Wales, Australia
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- School of Nursing and Midwifery, Faculty of Health, University of Technology Sydney, Ultimo, New South Wales, Australia.,Prince of Wales Hospital, South Eastern Sydney Local Health District, Sydney, Australia
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Sonmez A, Sabbour H, Echtay A, Rahmah AM, Alhozali AM, al Sabaan FS, Haddad FH, Iraqi H, Elebrashy I, Assaad SN, Bayat Z, Osar Siva Z, Hassanein M. Current gaps in management and timely referral of cardiorenal complications among people with type 2 diabetes mellitus in the Middle East and African countries: Expert recommendations. J Diabetes 2022; 14:315-333. [PMID: 35434900 PMCID: PMC9366572 DOI: 10.1111/1753-0407.13266] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/23/2021] [Revised: 03/05/2022] [Accepted: 03/13/2022] [Indexed: 12/11/2022] Open
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The upsurge of type 2 diabetes mellitus is a major public health concern in the Middle East and North Africa (MENA) and Africa (AFR) region, with cardiorenal complications (CRCs) being the predominant cause of premature morbidity and mortality. High prevalence of cardiometabolic risk factors, lack of awareness among patients and physicians, deficient infrastructure, and economic constraints lead to a cascade of CRCs at a significantly earlier age in MENA and AFR. In this review, we present consensus recommendations by experts in MENA and AFR, highlighting region-specific challenges and potential solutions for management of CRCs. Health professionals who understand sociocultural barriers can significantly increase patient awareness and encourage health-seeking behavior through simple educational tools. Increasing physician knowledge on early identification of CRCs and personalized treatment based on risk stratification, alongside optimum glycemic control, can mitigate therapeutic inertia. Early diagnosis of high-risk people with regular and systematic monitoring of cardiorenal parameters, development of region-specific care pathways for timely referral to specialists, followed by guideline-recommended care with novel antidiabetics are imperative. Adherence to guideline-recommended care can catalyze utilization of sodium glucose cotransporter 2 inhibitors and glucagon-like peptide 1 receptor agonists with demonstrated cardiorenal benefits-thus paving the way for overcoming care gaps in a cost-effective manner. Leveraging digital technology like electronic medical records can help generate real-world data and provide insights on voids in adoption of newer antidiabetic medications. A patient-centric approach, collaborative care among physicians from different specialties, alongside involvement of policy makers are key for improving patient outcomes and quality of care in MENA and AFR.
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- Alper Sonmez
- Department of Endocrinology and MetabolismGulhane School of Medicine, University of Health SciencesAnkaraTurkey
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- Heart & Vascular Institute Cleveland ClinicAbu DhabiUAE
- Brown University Warren Alpert School of MedicineProvidenceRhode IslandUSA
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- School of MedicineLebanese UniversityHadathLebanon
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- National Centre for DiabetesCollege of Medicine, Al‐Mustansriya UniversityBaghdadIraq
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- Endocrine & Diabetes, Abdali Hospital/Endocrine & Diabetes ClinicAmmanJordan
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- Faculty of Medicine and PharmacyMohammed V UniversityRabatMorocco
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- Division of Endocrinology and Metabolism, Department of Internal MedicineHelen Joseph HospitalRossmore, JohannesburgSouth Africa
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- Dubai Hospital, DHADubaiUAE
- Gulf Medical UniversityAjmanUAE
- Cardiff UniversityCardiffUK
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Fayed A, AlRadini F, Alzuhairi RM, Aljuhani AE, Alrashid HR, Alwazae MM, Alghamdi NR. Relation between diabetes related distress and glycemic control: The mediating effect of adherence to treatment. Prim Care Diabetes 2022; 16:293-300. [PMID: 34922848 DOI: 10.1016/j.pcd.2021.12.004] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/10/2021] [Revised: 12/03/2021] [Accepted: 12/04/2021] [Indexed: 11/19/2022]
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AIMS Diabetes related distress (DRD) is a negative emotional reaction to stresses associated with diabetes mellitus (DM) and its management. This study estimated the burden of DRD and self-reported adherence to treatment (SRAT) among patients with DM and investigated their relationship with glycemic control. METHODS A cross sectional study of consented 157 diabetics was conducted using the17-item Diabetes Distress Scale (DDS). It measures distress at four subscales: Emotional Burden (EB), Physician-related (PD), Regimen-related (RD) and Interpersonal Distress (ID). SRAT was assessed using Morisky's scale. Glycemic control was assessed using the most recent HbA1c results. Multivariable linear regression analysis was used for adjustment of confounders and bootstrap Confidence Interval was used to test for the occurrence of mediating effect. RESULTS Average age was 44.5 ± 16.0 years, 65% were females, 79% had type 2 DM and nearly 55% has had DM for more than 7 years and the average HbA1c was 8.9 ± 2.2%. Clinically significant DRD was reported by 37% of the participants, EB and RD in 40.8%, PD in 46.5%, and ID among 32.5%. Younger patients showed higher level of stress compared to older participants and patients with type 1 DM showed higher level of stress in all DRD domains. Only 46% of patients were defined as having satisfactory SRAT and improvement of SRAT significantly enhanced the glycemic control (r = -0.32, p < 0.01). DRD and low SRAT negatively correlated with HbA1c; increasing the DRD by one point may increase the HbA1c on average by 0.41 (C.I. 0.02-0.80) and will indirectly raise the HbA1c by 0.24 (C.I. 0.04-0.47) through the mediating effect of low SRAT. CONCLUSION DRD and low SRAT are commonly reported among DM patients and both are indirectly correlated. The mediating effect of low SRAT highlights the clinical role of DRD and clarifies the process by which distress affect the outcome of DM management.
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- Amel Fayed
- Department of Clinical Sciences, College of Medicine, Princess Nourah Bint Abdulrahman University, Riyadh 11671, PO Box 84428, Saudi Arabia
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- Department of Clinical Sciences, College of Medicine, Princess Nourah Bint Abdulrahman University, Riyadh 11671, PO Box 84428, Saudi Arabia.
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- Department of Clinical Sciences, College of Medicine, Princess Nourah Bint Abdulrahman University, Riyadh 11671, PO Box 84428, Saudi Arabia
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- Department of Clinical Sciences, College of Medicine, Princess Nourah Bint Abdulrahman University, Riyadh 11671, PO Box 84428, Saudi Arabia
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- Department of Clinical Sciences, College of Medicine, Princess Nourah Bint Abdulrahman University, Riyadh 11671, PO Box 84428, Saudi Arabia
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- Department of Clinical Sciences, College of Medicine, Princess Nourah Bint Abdulrahman University, Riyadh 11671, PO Box 84428, Saudi Arabia
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- Department of Clinical Sciences, College of Medicine, Princess Nourah Bint Abdulrahman University, Riyadh 11671, PO Box 84428, Saudi Arabia
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Ashor AW, Al-Rammahi TMM, Abdulrazzaq VM, Siervo M. Adherence to a healthy dietary pattern is associated with greater anti-oxidant capacity and improved glycemic control in Iraqi patients with Type 2 Diabetes. MEDITERRANEAN JOURNAL OF NUTRITION AND METABOLISM 2022. [DOI: 10.3233/mnm-210016] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/15/2022]
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BACKGROUND: Healthy dietary patterns are typically associated with improved metabolic and cardiovascular health in population-based cohorts. This study aims to investigate whether a healthy dietary score, derived from UK Diabetes and Diet Questionnaire (UKDDQ), is significantly associated with measures of metabolic health and nutritional status in patients with T2DM. METHODS: This cross-sectional study included 85 patients with T2DM (age: 51.7±9.4, BMI: 30.6±5.3) and 20 healthy volunteers (age: 48.4±8.6, BMI: 29.5±5) recruited from the Al-Hassan Diabetes and Endocrinology Specialized Center, Karbala, Iraq. Body weight, height and body mass index (BMI) and resting clinic blood pressure were measured. All participants completed the UKDDQ to assess the quality of the diet. Metabolic and nutritional biomarkers were measured in fasting blood samples. A composite nutritional heathy index score (CNHI-score) based on the sum of z-scores for plasma vitamin A, C and E concentrations was derived. RESULTS: In patients with T2DM the UKDDQ score was associated with lower fasting blood glucose (FBG) (r = –0.33; P < 0.01), hemoglobin A1C (r = –0.49; P < 0.001), total cholesterol (TC) (r = –0.26; P = 0.02) concentrations. In patients with T2DM, the CNHI-score significantly associated with UKDDQ (r = 0.43; P < 0.001). In addition, a higher CNHI-score was associated with FBG (r = –0.61; P < 0.001), HbA1C (r = –0.83; P < 0.001), TC (r = –0.30; P < 0.01) and triglyceride (r = –0.30; P < 0.01) concentrations. CONCLUSIONS: A healthy diet is associated with a higher concentration of anti-oxidant vitamins and better glycemic and lipid profile in healthy subjects and in patients with T2DM.
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- Ammar Waham Ashor
- Department of Internal Medicine, College of Medicine, Mustansiriyah University, Baghdad, Iraq
- Natioanl Diabetes Center, Mustansiriyah University, Baghdad, Iraq
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- School of Life Sciences, The University of Nottingham Medical School, Queen’s Medical Centre, Nottingham, NG7 2UH, UK
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Abdissa D, Hirpa D. Poor glycemic control and its associated factors among diabetes patients attending public hospitals in West Shewa Zone, Oromia, Ethiopia: An Institutional based cross-sectional study. Metabol Open 2022; 13:100154. [PMID: 34977524 PMCID: PMC8683587 DOI: 10.1016/j.metop.2021.100154] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/16/2021] [Revised: 12/03/2021] [Accepted: 12/05/2021] [Indexed: 01/01/2023] Open
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Purpose Diabetes mellitus (DM) is increasing at an alarming rate throughout the world and its complications of has become a major public health concern in all countries. Glycemic control is the most important predictor for DM related complications and deaths. However information on glycemic control remains scarce in Ethiopia including our study area. Hence, the aim of this study was to assess the magnitude and factors associated with poor glycemic control among diabetic outpatients at West Shewa public Hospitals, Ethiopia. Methods A facility-based cross-sectional study was conducted from June 01 to September 30, 2020. Poor glycemic control was assessed by glycated hemoglobin level and a systematic random sampling method was employed to select participants. An interviewer-administered structured questionnaire was used and the data entered into Epi data version 3.1 and exported into SPSS version 22 for analysis. Logistic regression was conducted to identify predictors of poor glycemic control. A p-value of <0.05 was considered statistically significant. Results A total of 390 participants were involved in the study with mean age of 46.45 (±15.6) years. The study finding showed that the prevalence of poor glycemic control was found to be 63.8%. Age of ≥50 years (AOR = 2.77; 95% CI: 0.15,0.85), being single (AOR = 2.55; 95% CI: 0.179,.857), having high low-density lipoprotein cholesterol (AOR = 3.44; 95% CI: 1.65, 7.12), being female gender (AOR = 2.4; 95%CI: 0.31,0.816), alcohol intake (AOR = 1.88; 95% CI: 1.135, 3.1) and presence of diabetic peripheral neuropathy (AOR = 1.24; 1.1,1.39) were associated with poor glycemic control. Conclusion About two-thirds of participants had poor blood glucose control. Increased age, high low-density lipoprotein cholesterol, family history of diabetes, being single, being female, diabetic peripheral neuropathy and alcohol intake were associated with poor glycemic control. Hence, effort should be made towards reducing these factors among DM patients by the concerned body.
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- Daba Abdissa
- Department of Biomedical Sciences, College of Medical Sciences, Institute of Health Sciences, Jimma University, Oromia, Ethiopia
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- Department of Public Health, College of Health Science and Medicine, Ambo University, Oromia, Ethiopia
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Alyami M, Serlachius A, Law M, Murphy R, Almigbal TH, Lyndon M, Batais MA, Algaw RK, Broadbent E. Utility and acceptability of a brief type 2 diabetes visual animation: A mixed-methods feasibility study (Preprint). JMIR Form Res 2021; 6:e35079. [PMID: 35943787 PMCID: PMC9399876 DOI: 10.2196/35079] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/19/2021] [Revised: 05/08/2022] [Accepted: 05/30/2022] [Indexed: 11/13/2022] Open
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Background Visualizations of illness and treatment processes are promising interventions for changing unhelpful perceptions and improving health outcomes. However, these are yet to be tested in patients with type 2 diabetes mellitus (T2DM). Objective This study assesses the cross-cultural acceptability and potential effectiveness of a brief visual animation of T2DM at changing unhelpful illness and treatment perceptions and self-efficacy among patients and family members in 2 countries, New Zealand and Saudi Arabia. Health care professionals’ views on visualization are also explored. Methods A total of 52 participants (n=39, 75% patients and family members and n=13, 25% health care professionals) were shown a 7-minute T2DM visual animation. Patients and family members completed a questionnaire on illness and treatment perceptions and self-efficacy before and immediately after the intervention and completed semistructured interviews. Health care professionals completed written open-ended questions. Means and 95% CIs are reported to estimate potential effectiveness. Inductive thematic analysis was conducted on qualitative data. Results All participants rated the visual animation as acceptable and engaging. Four main themes were identified: animation-related factors, impact of the animation, animation as an effective format for delivering information, and management-related factors. Effect sizes (ranged from 0.10 to 0.56) suggested potential effectiveness for changing illness and treatment perceptions and self-efficacy among patients and family members. Conclusions Visualizations are acceptable and may improve the perceptions of patients’ with diabetes in a short time frame. This brief visual animation has the potential to improve current T2DM education. A subsequent randomized controlled trial to investigate the effects on illness and treatment perceptions, adherence, glycemic control, and unplanned hospital admission is being prepared.
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- Mohsen Alyami
- Department of Psychological Medicine, Faculty of Medical and Health Sciences, The University of Auckland, Auckland, New Zealand
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- Department of Psychological Medicine, Faculty of Medical and Health Sciences, The University of Auckland, Auckland, New Zealand
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- Department of Psychological Medicine, Faculty of Medical and Health Sciences, The University of Auckland, Auckland, New Zealand
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- School of Medicine, Faculty of Medical and Health Sciences, The University of Auckland, Auckland, New Zealand
- Auckland District Health Board, Auckland, New Zealand
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- Department of Family and Community Medicine, College of Medicine, King Saud University, Riyadh, Saudi Arabia
- King Saud University Medical City, King Saud University, Riyadh, Saudi Arabia
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- Centre for Medical and Health Sciences Education, Faculty of Medical and Health Sciences, The University of Auckland, Auckland, New Zealand
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- Department of Family and Community Medicine, College of Medicine, King Saud University, Riyadh, Saudi Arabia
- King Saud University Medical City, King Saud University, Riyadh, Saudi Arabia
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- Vision College of Medicine, Vision Colleges, Riyadh, Saudi Arabia
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- Department of Psychological Medicine, Faculty of Medical and Health Sciences, The University of Auckland, Auckland, New Zealand
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Tourkmani AM, Alharbi TJ, Bin Rsheed A, Alotaibi YK. Utilizing diabetes registry for exploring sociodemographic and clinical characteristics of type II diabetic patients in Saudi Arabia. Saudi Med J 2021; 42:56-65. [PMID: 33399172 PMCID: PMC7989315 DOI: 10.15537/smj.2021.1.25629] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/18/2022] Open
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Objectives: To explore the sociodemographic and clinical characteristics as the process and outcomes of diabetic individuals. Methods: Hospital Saudi registry at Prince Sultan Military Medical city, Chronic Illness Clinics (Family and Community Medicine), Riyadh, Saudi Arabia database was started in February 2019 and data were collected until February 2020. The data were collected by trained diabetes nurse specialists. The registry includes all patients with type II diabetes mellitus (DM) and excluded patients with type I DM. Results: A total of 8,209 patients were enrolled in the registry with a higher proportion of females than males. The mean age was 59.3 years, BMI 32.5kg/m2, and HBA1c levels was 8.2%. Significant gender differences for BMI, duration of diabetes, blood pressure, LDL, smoking status, and medication intake. From the first to the third visit, BMI was raised; however, LDL, diastolic blood pressure, and albumin creatinine ratio were reduced. The mean HBA1c values plummeted for all patients and 33% of the patients had a reduction in the HbA1c levels. However, HbA1c levels increased for 24.7% of the patients’ from baseline to the last visit. Conclusion: This registry provides great insights into the sociodemographic and clinical characteristics of diabetic patients in Saudi Arabia. This registry data can be used to investigate the associations between sociodemographic or clinical characteristics and glycemic control among T2DM patients in Saudi Arabia.
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- Ayla M Tourkmani
- Family and Community Medicine Department, Chronic Illness Center, Prince Sultan Military Medical City, Riyadh, Kingdom of Saudi Arabia. E-mail.
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Al Hayek A, Al Dawish M, El Jammal M. The Impact of Flash Glucose Monitoring on Markers of Glycaemic Control and Patient Satisfaction in Type 2 Diabetes. Cureus 2021; 13:e16007. [PMID: 34354874 PMCID: PMC8328808 DOI: 10.7759/cureus.16007] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Accepted: 06/28/2021] [Indexed: 12/12/2022] Open
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INTRODUCTION The effect of flash glucose monitoring on glycaemic control and patient satisfaction in insulin-treated type 2 diabetes (T2D) from Saudi Arabia is uncertain. The aim of this prospective observational study was to evaluate the change in HbA1c (Hemoglobin A1c) and satisfaction with treatment following the initiation of flash glucose monitoring. METHODS This single-arm, single-centre prospective observational study included flash glucose monitoring-naive adult patients with T2D managed with multiple daily injections of insulin therapy (MDI) and HbA1c ≥7%. HbA1c was measured, and the Diabetes Treatment Satisfaction Questionnaire (DTSQ, Arabic version) and Glucose Monitoring Satisfaction Survey (GMSS) were completed at baseline and 12 weeks. RESULTS For participants (n=54) from one diabetes centre, HbA1c significantly improved by 0.44% from 8.22%±0.69 (mean±SD) at baseline to 7.78%±0.71 at 12 weeks, p<0.001. Confirmed hypoglycaemic episodes reduced from 4.43±1.51 episodes/month to 1.24±1.15 (-3.19, p<0.001). Glucose monitoring frequency improved, indicated by the number of scans per day, with a mean increase of 5.13 (p <0.001) tests/day. GMSS scores improved across all four categories, as did overall treatment satisfaction (p<0.001 for all categories). Patients perceived clear improvements across all questions relating to satisfaction and frequency of hypo- or hyperglycaemic episodes. CONCLUSION Following initiation of flash glucose monitoring in patients with T2D and MDI insulin therapy, HbA1c improved with reduced hypoglycaemic events and increased patient-reported satisfaction. This study contributes valuable data on the use of flash glucose monitoring in this population, and a larger multicentre study is warranted to inform future health policy for T2D in Saudi Arabia.
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- Ayman Al Hayek
- Department of Endocrinology and Diabetes, Prince Sultan Military Medical City, Riyadh, SAU
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- Department of Endocrinology and Diabetes, Prince Sultan Military Medical City, Riyadh, SAU
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Alsaidan M, Alkhenizan A, Amber ST, Alsoghayer S, AlFakhri L, Abudaia J. Incidence of Cardiovascular Complications and Nephropathy in Patients with Type 2 Diabetes in a Primary Care Setting in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. Diabetes Metab Syndr Obes 2021; 14:1663-1667. [PMID: 33883915 PMCID: PMC8055272 DOI: 10.2147/dmso.s301933] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/19/2021] [Accepted: 03/17/2021] [Indexed: 11/30/2022] Open
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BACKGROUND Diabetes mellitus is prevalent in Saudi Arabia. Our study aims to estimate the rate and time of developing macrovascular and microvascular complications in diabetic patients in a primary care setting. METHODOLOGY This is a retrospective cohort study. All collected data were retrieved using medical files and the electronic patient records of all diabetics having regular follow-ups in Family Medicine clinics, King Faisal Specialist Hospital & Research Centre in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, from the beginning of January 2002 to the end of December 2018. The data included the demographics of patients diagnosed with diabetes mellitus, their HbA1c, and the follow-up duration of the development of complications, which included cardiovascular complications and diabetic nephropathy. RESULTS We included 365 patients, of whom 47.1% males and 52.9% were females. The mean age of diabetes mellitus diagnosis in our population was 50 years (SD±11.3). The mean duration of follow-up was 7.14 years (SD±3.9). The rate of developing cardiovascular complications and diabetic nephropathy was 11.2% and 10.4%, respectively. The mean time to develop cardiovascular complications and diabetic nephropathy was 6 (SD±3.9) and 5.24 (SD±3.2) years, respectively. The mean time to develop the first diabetes complication was 5.5 years (SD±3.6). There was no statistical significance in the mean of HbA1c between patients who developed diabetic complications and those who did not. CONCLUSION Diabetes complications are common in the Saudi community. The duration of the development of cardiovascular complications and diabetic nephropathy was shorter than that indicated in international and national reports. Robust screening programs to diagnose and improve the control of diabetes mellitus should be established in the Kingdom.
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- Muath Alsaidan
- King Saud University College of Medicine, Department of Family and Community Medicine, Riyadh, Saudi Arabia
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- King Faisal Specialist Hospital and Research Center, Family Medicine and Polyclinic, Riyadh, Saudi Arabia
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- King Faisal Specialist Hospital and Research Center, Family Medicine and Polyclinic, Riyadh, Saudi Arabia
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- King Faisal Specialist Hospital and Research Center, Family Medicine and Polyclinic, Riyadh, Saudi Arabia
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- King Saud University Medical City, Department of Emergency Medicine, Riyadh, Saudi Arabia
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- AlFaisal University, College of Medicine, Riyadh, Saudi Arabia
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Alsuliman MA, Alotaibi SA, Zhang Q, Durgampudi PK. A systematic review of factors associated with uncontrolled diabetes and meta-analysis of its prevalence in Saudi Arabia since 2006. Diabetes Metab Res Rev 2021; 37:e3395. [PMID: 33448636 DOI: 10.1002/dmrr.3395] [Citation(s) in RCA: 5] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/17/2019] [Revised: 07/18/2020] [Accepted: 08/13/2020] [Indexed: 01/19/2023]
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The study aims to systematically review the literature for risk factors associated with poor glycaemic control among type 2 diabetes mellitus (T2DM) patients in Saudi Arabia (SA) and conducts a meta-analysis of its prevalence. Following the Preferred Reporting Items for Systematic Reviews and Meta-Analyses (PRISMA) protocol, we searched the Scopus, PubMed, PsycINFO, Web of Science, and CINAHL Plus databases from May to November 2018. The search terms were T2DM, glycaemic control, and SA. The inclusion criteria include the following: observational studies which were conducted in T2DM patients in SA reporting prevalence or/and personal, psychological or behavioural predictors in papers published after 2006. Articles were assessed using a modified Strengthening the Reporting of Observational Studies in Epidemiology (STROBE) tool. Studies included in the meta-analysis defined uncontrolled T2DM as glycated haemoglobin ≥7% (53 mmol/mol), and reported results were based on a random-effects model. Eighteen of the following articles (3 retrospective cohort studies, 1 case-control study, and 14 cross-sectional studies) were included. The quality of the studies (high: 2; moderate: 7, and low: 9) varied. The pooled prevalence of uncontrolled T2DM in SA was 77.7% (95% CI, 71.2-84.2). In the included studies, the most consistent predictors of poor glycaemic control were longer diabetes duration, lack of self-efficacy, and low knowledge of diabetes. However, significant variations in research designs were observed across the studies. A national diabetes prevention and treatment program is needed to lessen the burden of diabetes in SA. Future studies should address the personal, psychological, and behavioural factors of poor glycaemic control in SA at national level.
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- Mohammed A Alsuliman
- School of Community and Environmental Health, Old Dominion University, Norfolk, Virginia, USA
- Department of Public Health, College of Health Sciences, Saudi Electronic University, Riyadh, Saudi Arabia
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- School of Community and Environmental Health, Old Dominion University, Norfolk, Virginia, USA
- Department of Human Health, College of Applied Medical Sciences, Qassim University, Qassim, Saudi Arabia
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- School of Community and Environmental Health, Old Dominion University, Norfolk, Virginia, USA
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- School of Community and Environmental Health, Old Dominion University, Norfolk, Virginia, USA
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Alamri O. Knowledge of Diabetes Characteristics by Students at University of Tabuk, Saudi Arabia. Health (London) 2021. [DOI: 10.4236/health.2021.134032] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/20/2022]
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Rahmah AM, Al-Isawi JKT, Mahdi OA. The efficacy of once-daily liraglutide as an add-on to oral antidiabetic agents on weight reduction and glycemic control in obese patients with inadequately controlled type 2 diabetes: a retrospective analysis in relation to liraglutide dose escalation within a 7-month treatment period. Int J Diabetes Dev Ctries 2020. [DOI: 10.1007/s13410-020-00878-5] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/25/2022] Open
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Association of Health Literacy and Nutritional Status Assessment with Glycemic Control in Adults with Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus. Nutrients 2020; 12:nu12103152. [PMID: 33076406 PMCID: PMC7602618 DOI: 10.3390/nu12103152] [Citation(s) in RCA: 5] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/09/2020] [Revised: 10/05/2020] [Accepted: 10/09/2020] [Indexed: 01/26/2023] Open
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While the role of medical and nutrition factors on glycemic control among adults with type 2 diabetes mellitus (T2DM) has been well-established, the association between health literacy (H.L.) and glycemic control is inconsistent. This study aims to determine the association of H.L. and nutritional status assessments with glycemic control in adults with type 2 diabetes mellitus. A total of 280 T2DM respondents (mean (SD) age = 49.7 (10.3) years, Glycated hemoglobin (HbA1c) = 9.9 (2.6) %, and Body Mass Index = 32.7 (15.1) kg/m2) were included in this study. A short-form Test of Functional Health Literacy in Adults (S-TOFHLA) assessed the H.L. levels. Nutritional status assessments included client history, glycemic control, anthropometric, and biochemical data. The mean (S.D.) H.L. score was 45.7 (24.6), with 56% of the respondents had inadequate H.L. Inadequate H.L. was more common among those females; housewives, low education, received oral antidiabetic therapy, and shorter diabetes duration. Respondents with inadequate H.L. were significantly older and had higher HbA1c than those with marginal and adequate H.L. Meanwhile, respondents with inadequate and marginal H.L. levels had significantly higher total cholesterol, LDL-cholesterol, and systolic blood pressure than the respondents with adequate H.L. Low H.L. scores, self-employment status, received dual antidiabetic therapy (insulin with oral agents), received insulin alone, and had higher fasting blood glucose explained about 21% of the total variation in HbA1c (adjusted R2 = 0.21; p < 0.001). Respondents with inadequate H.L. had poor glycemic control. The H.L. scores, together with nutritional status assessments, were the factors that predicted poor glycemic control among adults with T2DM.
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Whittaker E, Read SH, Colhoun HM, Lindsay RS, McGurnaghan S, McKnight JA, Sattar N, Wild SH. Socio-economic differences in cardiovascular disease risk factor prevalence in people with type 2 diabetes in Scotland: a cross-sectional study. Diabet Med 2020; 37:1395-1402. [PMID: 32189372 DOI: 10.1111/dme.14297] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Accepted: 03/13/2020] [Indexed: 11/27/2022]
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AIM To describe the association between socio-economic status and prevalence of key cardiovascular risk factors in people with type 2 diabetes in Scotland. METHODS A cross-sectional study of 264 011 people with type 2 diabetes in Scotland in 2016 identified from the population-based diabetes register. Socio-economic status was defined using quintiles of the area-based Scottish Index of Multiple Deprivation (SIMD) with quintile (Q)1 and Q5 used to identify the most- and least-deprived fifths of the population, respectively. Logistic regression models adjusted for age, sex, health board, history of cardiovascular disease and duration of diabetes were used to estimate odds ratios (ORs) for Q1 compared with Q5 for each risk factor. RESULTS The mean (sd) age of the study population was 66.7 (12.8) years, 56% were men, 24% were in Q1 and 15% were in Q5. Crude prevalence in Q1/Q5 was 24%/8.8% for smoking, 62%/49% for BMI ≥ 30 kg/m2 , 44%/40% for HbA1c ≥ 58 mmol/mol (7.5%), 31%/31% for systolic blood pressure (SBP) ≥ 140 mmHg, and 24%/25% for total cholesterol ≥ 5 mmol/l, respectively. ORs [95% confidence intervals (CI)] were 3.08 (2.95-3.21) for current smoking, 1.48 (1.44-1.52) for BMI ≥ 30 kg/m2 , 1.11 (1.08-1.15) for HbA1c ≥ 58 mmol/mol (7.5%), 1.03 (1.00-1.06) for SBP ≥ 140 mmHg and 0.87 (0.84-0.90) for total cholesterol ≥ 5 mmol/l. CONCLUSIONS Socio-economic deprivation is associated with higher prevalence of smoking, BMI ≥ 30 kg/m2 and HbA1c ≥ 58 mmol/mol (7.5%), and lower prevalence of total cholesterol ≥ 5 mmol/l among people with type 2 diabetes in Scotland. Effective approaches to reducing inequalities are required as well as reducing risk factor prevalence across the whole population.
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- Centre for Population Health Sciences, Edinburgh, UK
- Women's College Research Institute, Women's College Hospital, Toronto, Canada
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- Institute of Genetics and Molecular Medicine, Edinburgh, UK
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- BHF Glasgow Cardiovascular Research Centre, University of Glasgow, Glasgow, UK
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- Institute of Genetics and Molecular Medicine, Edinburgh, UK
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- Western General Hospital, University of Edinburgh, Edinburgh, UK
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- BHF Glasgow Cardiovascular Research Centre, University of Glasgow, Glasgow, UK
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- Centre for Population Health Sciences, Edinburgh, UK
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Mansour AA, Alibrahim NTY, Alidrisi HA, Alhamza AH, Almomin AM, Zaboon IA, Kadhim MB, Hussein RN, Nwayyir HA, Mohammed AG, Al-Waeli DKJ, Hussein IH. Prevalence and correlation of glycemic control achievement in patients with type 2 diabetes in Iraq: A retrospective analysis of a tertiary care database over a 9-year period. Diabetes Metab Syndr 2020; 14:265-272. [PMID: 32272433 DOI: 10.1016/j.dsx.2020.03.008] [Citation(s) in RCA: 11] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/25/2019] [Revised: 03/18/2020] [Accepted: 03/19/2020] [Indexed: 12/20/2022]
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BACKGROUND This study was designed to assess the achievement of a glycated hemoglobin (HbA1c) target in Iraqi type 2 diabetes mellitus (T2DM) patients via retrospective analysis of a tertiary care database over a 9-year period. METHODS A total of 12,869 patients with T2DM with mean (SEM) age: 51.4(0.1) years, and 54.4% were females registered into Faiha Specialized Diabetes, Endocrine and Metabolism Center(FDEMC) database between August 2008 and July 2017 were included in this retrospective study. Data were recorded for each patient during routine follow-up visits performed at the center every 3-12 months. RESULTS Patients were under oral antidiabetic drugs (OAD; 45.8%) or insulin+ OAD (54.2%) therapy. Hypertension was evident in 42.0% of patients, while dyslipidemia was noted in 70.5%. Glycemic control (HbA1c <7%) was achieved by 13.8% of patients. Multivariate analysis revealed <55 years of age, female gender, >3 years duration of diabetes, HbA1c >10% at the first visit, presence of dyslipidemia, and insulin treatment as significant determinants of an increased risk of poor glycemic control. BMI <25 kg/m2 and presence of hypertension were associated with a decreased risk of poor glycemic control. CONCLUSION Using data from the largest cohort of T2DM patients from Iraq to date, this tertiary care database analysis over a 9-year period indicated poor glycemic control. Younger patient age, female gender, longer disease duration, initially high HbA1c levels, dyslipidemia, insulin treatment, overweight and obesity, and lack of hypertension were associated with an increased risk of poor glycemic control in Iraqi T2DM patients.
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- Abbas Ali Mansour
- Faiha Specialized Diabetes, Endocrine and Metabolism Center (FDEMC), Basrah Health Directorate, University of Basrah, Basrah, Iraq.
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- Faiha Specialized Diabetes, Endocrine and Metabolism Center (FDEMC), Basrah Health Directorate, University of Basrah, Basrah, Iraq
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- Faiha Specialized Diabetes, Endocrine and Metabolism Center (FDEMC), Basrah Health Directorate, University of Basrah, Basrah, Iraq
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- Faiha Specialized Diabetes, Endocrine and Metabolism Center (FDEMC), Basrah Health Directorate, University of Basrah, Basrah, Iraq
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- Faiha Specialized Diabetes, Endocrine and Metabolism Center (FDEMC), Basrah Health Directorate, University of Basrah, Basrah, Iraq
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- Faiha Specialized Diabetes, Endocrine and Metabolism Center (FDEMC), Basrah Health Directorate, University of Basrah, Basrah, Iraq
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- Faiha Specialized Diabetes, Endocrine and Metabolism Center (FDEMC), Basrah Health Directorate, University of Basrah, Basrah, Iraq
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- Faiha Specialized Diabetes, Endocrine and Metabolism Center (FDEMC), Basrah Health Directorate, University of Basrah, Basrah, Iraq
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- Faiha Specialized Diabetes, Endocrine and Metabolism Center (FDEMC), Basrah Health Directorate, University of Basrah, Basrah, Iraq
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- Faiha Specialized Diabetes, Endocrine and Metabolism Center (FDEMC), Basrah Health Directorate, University of Basrah, Basrah, Iraq
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- Faiha Specialized Diabetes, Endocrine and Metabolism Center (FDEMC), Basrah Health Directorate, University of Basrah, Basrah, Iraq
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- Faiha Specialized Diabetes, Endocrine and Metabolism Center (FDEMC), Basrah Health Directorate, University of Basrah, Basrah, Iraq
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Effects of FamilyDoctor Concept and Doctor-Patient Interaction Satisfaction on Glycaemic Control among Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus Patients in the Northeast Region of Peninsular Malaysia. INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF ENVIRONMENTAL RESEARCH AND PUBLIC HEALTH 2020; 17:ijerph17051765. [PMID: 32182755 PMCID: PMC7084261 DOI: 10.3390/ijerph17051765] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/03/2020] [Revised: 02/28/2020] [Accepted: 03/06/2020] [Indexed: 11/16/2022]
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The implementation of Family Doctor Concept (FDC) to restructure the primary healthcare systems in Malaysia were expected to enhance patient’s satisfaction on doctor-patient interaction and subsequently improved glycaemic control among Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus (T2DM) patients. Thus, this study aims to determine the difference in doctor-patient interaction satisfaction between T2DM patients attended FDC-implemented clinic vs non-FDC clinics, and to determine the association between FDC-implemented clinic and doctor-patient interaction satisfaction towards glycaemic control. A cross-sectional study was conducted throughout 10 districts in Kelantan from February until May 2019 using interview-guided Skala Kepuasan Interaksi Perubatan-11 (SKIP-11) and proforma checklist. Data were analyzed using SPSS ver.24. Chi-square statistic used to determine the difference in doctor-patient interaction satisfaction between both clinics type. Multiple logistic regression used to examine the association between FDC-implemented clinic and doctor-patient interaction satisfaction towards glycaemic control. Twenty primary health clinics involved, and 772 T2DM patients recruited. FDC clinics attendees has higher proportion of satisfaction (40.1%) compared to non-FDC attendees (33.7%) (p = 0.070). Multiple logistic regression confirmed the association of FDC-implemented health clinics (Adj. OR 1.63, p = 0.021), and doctor-patients interaction satisfaction (Adj. OR 1.77, p = 0.005) towards glycaemic control. Hence, strengthening of FDC in primary healthcare and improve the doctor-patient interaction satisfaction were essential to escalate good glycaemic control.
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Gosadi II, Alamri AK, Saleh RA, Almutairi BA, Batais MA, Alamri NK. Preference of sweeteners among Saudi diabetes patients from a tertiary health care centre in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. Saudi J Biol Sci 2020; 27:947-952. [PMID: 32127774 PMCID: PMC7042634 DOI: 10.1016/j.sjbs.2020.01.022] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/15/2019] [Revised: 01/18/2020] [Accepted: 01/18/2020] [Indexed: 11/21/2022] Open
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BACKGROUND Choice of sweetening options can influence glyceamic control among patients with diabetes. This study aims to investigate the preference of added sweeteners for Saudi patients with diabetes, factors associated with the choice of sweeteners and the attitude of the patients towards the use of artificial sweeteners. METHODS This was a cross-sectional study conducted at King Saud University Medical City in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia and targeting Saudi patients with type 2 diabetes mellitus. Data was collected via personal interviews accessing medical records of interviewed patients. Patients were asked about consumption of sweeteners and types of consumed soft drinks on daily basis. Bi-variate analysis of the associations between choice of sweeteners and patients characteristics was performed and followed by binary logistic regression to adjust for potential confounders such as age, gender, and education level. RESULTS A total of 302 Saudi diabetic patients were recruited in this investigation. Among this sample, frequency of patients reporting weekly consumption of white sugar was the highest (57%), followed by honey (26%) and artificial sweeteners (12% for powder form and 10.5% for tablets). Consumption of white sugar was significantly more frequent among patients with higher level of Body Mass Index (BMI) (P value < 0.05). The frequency of using honey was higher among females while consumption of either sugared or low calorie soft drinks was significantly higher among male patients (P values < 0.05). Upon asking the patients about their attitude towards artificial sweeteners, only 25% of the sample agreed that their use can aid in reduction of caloric intake while 35% of the sample agreed that artificial sweeteners can be harmful to the body. CONCLUSIONS Among this sample of type 2 diabetes patients, the frequency of white sugar and honey use as a sweetening option is high. These findings generate the need for further research to investigate the effectiveness of health education and nutritional advice among diabetes patients attending similar clinical settings in Saudi Arabia.
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- Ibrahim I. Gosadi
- Department of Family and Community Medicine, Faculty of Medicine, Jazan University, Jazan, Saudi Arabia
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- Department of Medicine, King Abdulaziz Medical City, Ministry of National Guard Hospital, Riyadh, Saudi Arabia
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- Department of Medicine, King Abdulaziz Medical City, Ministry of National Guard Hospital, Riyadh, Saudi Arabia
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- Department of Family Medicine, Prince Sultan Military Medical City, Riyadh, Saudi Arabia
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- Department of Family and Community Medicine, College of Medicine, King Saud University, Riyadh, Saudi Arabia
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- College of Medicine, King Saud University, Riyadh, Saudi Arabia
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Robert AA, Al Dawish MA. The Worrying Trend of Diabetes Mellitus in Saudi Arabia: An Urgent Call to Action. Curr Diabetes Rev 2020; 16:204-210. [PMID: 31146665 DOI: 10.2174/1573399815666190531093735] [Citation(s) in RCA: 33] [Impact Index Per Article: 8.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/03/2018] [Revised: 04/23/2019] [Accepted: 05/03/2019] [Indexed: 12/19/2022]
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From last few years, the pervasiveness of diabetes mellitus (DM), in Saudi Arabia, is growing at a frightening rate. Overall, one-fourth of the adult population is affected by DM, which is further predicted to rise to more than double by the year 2030. The most alarming is possibly the escalation propensity of diabetes, in recent years, where a nearly ten-fold increase has been witnessed over the past thirty years in Saudi Arabia. However, the number of research arbitrations on the prevalence and incidence of DM is woefully inadequate, as compared to developed countries. Apart from this, most of the existing research data carried out in Saudi Arabia is cross-sectional, with small sample sizes, which most often involve only certain parts of the country. Consequently, the present scenario demands more multidimensional and multisectoral research to strengthen the evidence base and to accumulate greater knowledge as a basis for measures and programmes to confront diabetes and its complications. Thus, the present report makes an attempt to depict the current trend of diabetes as well as intends to put forward essential measures for controlling diabetes in Saudi Arabia.
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- Asirvatham A Robert
- Department of Endocrinology and Diabetes, Diabetes Treatment Center, Prince Sultan Military Medical City, Riyadh, Saudi Arabia
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- Department of Endocrinology and Diabetes, Diabetes Treatment Center, Prince Sultan Military Medical City, Riyadh, Saudi Arabia
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Abouammoh NA, Alshamrani MA. Knowledge about Diabetes and Glycemic Control among Diabetic Patients in Saudi Arabia. J Diabetes Res 2020; 2020:1239735. [PMID: 32215269 PMCID: PMC7081031 DOI: 10.1155/2020/1239735] [Citation(s) in RCA: 7] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/03/2019] [Revised: 01/29/2020] [Accepted: 02/27/2020] [Indexed: 11/18/2022] Open
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The prevalence of diabetes in various regions has attracted significant attention of the medical experts. The prevalence of diabetes is expected to increase in the future due to changes in lifestyle and unhealthy diets of individuals. The objective of the study is to identify the extent of knowledge related to diabetes and glycemic controls in various diabetic patients living in Saudi Arabia. A total of 435 patients were recruited using a random sampling technique, while following a cross-sectional design. Patients' knowledge was tested using the Michigan Diabetes Knowledge Test. Findings of the study illustrated that the problem was common among middle-aged male patients. A significant amount of knowledge related to the consumption of medicines, insulin, healthy diet, etc. was found among diabetic patients. Despite the fact that people have adequate knowledge, valuable attention is yet required to provide necessary counselling to people living in Saudi Arabia that may help them to control health risks and mortality.
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- Noura A. Abouammoh
- Family and Community Medicine, King Saud University, Riyadh 4545/145111, Saudi Arabia
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- Family and Community Medicine, Security Forces Hospital, Riyadh 3643/11481, Saudi Arabia
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Fekadu G, Bula K, Bayisa G, Turi E, Tolossa T, Kasaye HK. Challenges And Factors Associated With Poor Glycemic Control Among Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus Patients At Nekemte Referral Hospital, Western Ethiopia. J Multidiscip Healthc 2019; 12:963-974. [PMID: 31819470 PMCID: PMC6878927 DOI: 10.2147/jmdh.s232691] [Citation(s) in RCA: 41] [Impact Index Per Article: 8.2] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/27/2019] [Accepted: 10/24/2019] [Indexed: 12/14/2022] Open
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Background Diabetes is increasing at an alarming rate throughout the world, and ~80% of diabetics live in developing countries. Similar to the rest of sub-Saharan African countries, Ethiopia is experiencing a significant burden of diabetes, with increased prevalence, complications, and mortality, as well as life threatening disabilities. Reasons for poor glycemic control among type 2 diabetes patients are complex and multivariable. Hence, this study aimed to identify challenges and factors associated with poor glycemic control among type 2 diabetes patients. Method A hospital-based cross-sectional study was conducted among type 2 diabetic patients attending the diabetic clinic of Nekemte Referral Hospital (NRH) from February 1 to April 30, 2018. Fasting blood glucose levels of the last three clinic visits were obtained and the mean fasting blood glucose measurement was used to determine the level of glycemic control. Analysis included both descriptive and inferential statistics with SPSS version 20.0. Predictor variable P<0.05 was considered statistically significant. Results Out of the total 228 included type 2 diabetes mellitus (DM) patients, 51.8% were males. The mean age of patients was 43±12.4 years and 154 (67.5%) were found to not be following their general dietary program correctly. Nearly one third, 73 (32%), of patients never attended diabetic education and 52 (22.8%) of the patients had greater than 10 years’ duration on treatment. The majority, 148 (64.9%), of patients had poor blood glucose control. Age 40–60 years (AOR=2.01, 95% CI=0.04–0.06, P=0.044), being illiterate (AOR=3.12, 95% CI=1.52–8.50, P=0.001), having informal education only (AOR=2.28, 95% CI=2.14–32.60, P=0.024), longer duration of diabetes treatment (>10 years) (AOR=3.94, 95% CI=1.51–27.83, P=0.012), inadequate physical exercise (AOR=3.19, 95% CI=1.05–19.84, P=0.019), and smoking (AOR=4.51, 95% CI=0.00–0.50, P=0.022) were independent predictors of poor glycemic control on multivariable logistic regression analysis. Conclusion Nearly two-thirds of patients had poorly controlled diabetes. Age, exercise, level of education, duration of the treatment, and smoking were significantly associated with poor glycemic control. Health facilities should provide continuous education, and barriers of glycemic control should be explored with further research.
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- Ginenus Fekadu
- Department of Pharmacy, Institute of Health Sciences, Wollega University, Nekemte, Ethiopia
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- School of Medicine, Institute of Health Sciences, Wollega University, Nekemte, Ethiopia
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- Department of Pharmacy, Institute of Health Sciences, Wollega University, Nekemte, Ethiopia
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- Department of Public Health, Institute of Health Sciences, Wollega University, Nekemte, Ethiopia
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- Department of Public Health, Institute of Health Sciences, Wollega University, Nekemte, Ethiopia
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- Department of Midwifery, Institute of Health Sciences, Wollega University, Nekemte, Ethiopia
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Albarakat M, Guzu A. Prevalence of type 2 diabetes and their complications among home health care patients at Al-Kharj military industries corporation hospital. J Family Med Prim Care 2019; 8:3303-3312. [PMID: 31742160 PMCID: PMC6857398 DOI: 10.4103/jfmpc.jfmpc_634_19] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.4] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/07/2019] [Revised: 08/20/2019] [Accepted: 09/03/2019] [Indexed: 12/14/2022] Open
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INTRODUCTION The diabetes mellitus type 2 is a result of hyperglycemia due to insulin resistance caused by insufficient secretion of insulin from the beta cells of pancreas. The detection and controlling of diabetes mellitus type 2 (DMT2) at primary health-care centers in Saudi Arabia is well justified and widely practiced. The knowledge and awareness of DMT2 patients should be increased through the determination of its prevalence which may decrease the rates of comorbidities. METHODS A questionnaire of 159 patients registered at Home Care Center at Family and Community Medicine Department, Al-Kharj Military Industries Corporation Hospital, Saudi Arabia was used. Hemoglobin A1C (HbA1C) percentage and blood pressure were measured for all participants. Statistical analysis was performed for all data. RESULTS A total of 36.5% of cases were males and 63.5% were females with a mean age of 77.6 years. 94.3% of participants had DMT2 where 3.8% had type 1. 74.2% of cases experienced only one to two complications other than diabetes where 20.8% had more than three diseases. 47.2% of cases had HbA1C% <7.5% where 29 cases had HbA1C% ranged from 7.5% to 8% and about 32.8% of patients had poor glycemic control with HbA1C >8%. 81.1% of cases had hypertension, while 25.8% suffered from Stroke complication, 8.8% of patients had a congestive cardiac failure, 7.5% had ischemic heart disease, and 6.3% suffered from chronic kidney disease. The treatment goals, HbA1C 7.5--8%, have been achieved for about 64% of DMT2 patients where 51 patients still had uncontrolled DMT2 with HbA1C >8%. CONCLUSION Despite the majority of cases had good glycemic control, more attention should be paid to those over 65 years as they commonly had more morbidities that definitely affect their treatment regimes. Patients should be involved in different home health care programs to increase their awareness and knowledge of the possible risk factors and diabetes comorbidities.
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- Mohammed Albarakat
- Home Care Center at Family and Community Medicine Department, Al Kharj Military Industries Corporation Hospital, Saudi Arabia
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- Professor and Consultant of Family Medicine, Family and Community Medicine Department, Al-Kharj Military Industries Corporation Hospital, Saudi Arabia
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Alyami M, Serlachius A, Mokhtar I, Broadbent E. Illness Perceptions, HbA1c, And Adherence In Type 2 Diabetes In Saudi Arabia. Patient Prefer Adherence 2019; 13:1839-1850. [PMID: 31749610 PMCID: PMC6818533 DOI: 10.2147/ppa.s228670] [Citation(s) in RCA: 23] [Impact Index Per Article: 4.6] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/31/2019] [Accepted: 10/11/2019] [Indexed: 01/07/2023] Open
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PURPOSE Little is known about predictors of adherence to diabetes medication in Saudi Arabia. This study aimed to investigate whether illness perceptions, beliefs about medicine, and God locus of health control beliefs were associated with adherence to medication and glycaemic control (HbA1c) in Saudi patients with type 2 diabetes (T2D). PATIENTS AND METHODS A convenience sample of 115 adults with T2D were recruited from a diabetes outpatient clinic. Validated self-reported measures of adherence to medication, illness perceptions, beliefs about medicine, and God locus of health control were administered. Patients' most recent HbA1c levels were extracted from medical records. Multivariable logistic and linear regressions were used to examine the association between illness perceptions, beliefs about medicine and adherence to medication and HbA1c. RESULTS More than two thirds of patients (69%) reported poor adherence to medication. All illness perceptions domains, beliefs about medicine, and God locus of health control beliefs were associated with adherence. Multivariable logistic regression revealed that older age (OR= 3.76, p= 0.023), worse consequences perceptions (OR= 0.21, p= 0.011), worse illness identity (OR= 0.23, p= 0.010), and greater illness coherence (OR= 3.24, p= 0.022) were independent predictors of adherence. Two thirds of patients (67%) had suboptimal HbA1c; and perceptions of a cyclical timeline and lower insulin effectiveness were associated with higher HbA1c. In multiple linear regression, perceptions of a cyclical timeline (β= 0.19, p= 0.040) were an independent significant predictor of HbA1c. CONCLUSION In Saudi Arabia, patients' perceptions of T2D, beliefs about medicine, and God locus of control beliefs are associated with adherence. These results inform the development of interventions based on the Common-Sense Model (CSM) to encourage improved adherence and glycaemic control among Saudi patients with T2D. Further research with larger and more diverse samples is warranted to expand the generalizability of these findings.
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- Mohsen Alyami
- Department of Psychological Medicine, Faculty of Medical and Health Sciences, The University of Auckland, Auckland, New Zealand
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- Department of Psychological Medicine, Faculty of Medical and Health Sciences, The University of Auckland, Auckland, New Zealand
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- Diabetes and Endocrine Centre, Department of Internal Medicine, King Khaled Hospital, Ministry of Health, Najran, Saudi Arabia
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- Department of Psychological Medicine, Faculty of Medical and Health Sciences, The University of Auckland, Auckland, New Zealand
- Correspondence: Elizabeth Broadbent Department of Psychological Medicine, Faculty of Medical and Health Sciences, The University of Auckland, Auckland Hospital- Building 599, 2 Park Road, Grafton, Auckland1023, New ZealandTel +64 9 3737599Fax +64 9 3737013 Email
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