Impact of COVID-19 on Diabetes Control
Author Information
Author(s): Fakhria Al Rashdi, Salwa Al Harrasi, Mohammed Al Ismaili, AL-Ghaliya AL Yaaqubi, Zeenah Atwan, Celine Tabche
Primary Institution: Ministry of Health Sultan Oman, Muscat, Sultanate Oman
Hypothesis
The study aims to assess the pandemic’s effect on diabetes control by examining various health metrics.
Conclusion
The COVID-19 pandemic disrupted healthcare systems, leading to significant adverse effects on diabetes control among patients.
Supporting Evidence
- Mean HbA1c increased from 6.9% in 2019 to 7.2% in 2020.
- Mean systolic blood pressure rose from 131.22 mmHg in 2019 to 134.84 mmHg in 2020.
- Mean BMI increased from 30.49 to 30.80 during the same period.
Takeaway
COVID-19 made it harder for people with diabetes to manage their health, causing their blood sugar levels to get worse.
Methodology
A retrospective cohort study analyzing health data from 223 diabetes patients before and during the COVID-19 pandemic.
Potential Biases
Potential selection bias and missing data could affect the results.
Limitations
The study is limited to a single health center and may not represent the entire Omani population.
Participant Demographics
52% male, 48% female, mean age 48.9 years, predominantly type 2 diabetes patients.
Statistical Information
P-Value
0.0010
Confidence Interval
−0.47–−0.12
Statistical Significance
p<0.05
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