Quality of Type 2 Diabetes Management in the Gulf Cooperation Council States
Author Information
Author(s): Alhyas Layla, McKay Ailsa, Balasanthiran Anjali, Majeed Azeem
Primary Institution: Imperial College London
Hypothesis
The study aimed to systematically review the quality of control of type 2 diabetes in the GCC and the nature and efficacy of interventions.
Conclusion
The management of type 2 diabetes in the GCC region is suboptimal, with fewer than 50% of patients meeting targets for glycaemic, blood pressure, and lipid control.
Supporting Evidence
- Fewer than 50% of patients achieved target glycaemic control.
- Blood pressure targets were met in only 6.8% to 32% of patients.
- Rates of dyslipidaemia were variable, with 30-50% of patients meeting lipid control targets.
Takeaway
This study looked at how well diabetes is managed in Gulf countries and found that most people are not getting the care they need.
Methodology
A systematic review of 27 published studies on diabetes management in the GCC, assessing glycaemic, blood pressure, and lipid control.
Potential Biases
The quality of reporting in the reviewed papers was considered low, which hampered assessment of study quality.
Limitations
The reviewed studies were heterogeneous, with variable populations and outcome measures, limiting the strength of conclusions.
Participant Demographics
The studies included diverse populations from various GCC countries, encompassing all ages, sexes, and ethnicities.
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