A systematic review and meta-analysis of the prevalence and risk factors of type 2 diabetes mellitus in Nigeria.

ABSTRACT:

Background

Type 2 diabetes mellitus (T2DM) is a major global non-communicable disease, leading to increased morbidity and mortality. Its prevalence in Nigeria is driven by various risk factors. This review assesses the national and regional prevalence and risk factors of T2DM in Nigeria.

Methods

Following PRISMA guidelines, electronic databases (PubMed, Scopus, Google Scholar, African Journals Online) and gray literature were searched for English-language studies. The quality of the included studies was assessed using the Newcastle-Ottawa Scale. Data were extracted with Microsoft Excel and analyzed using Stata version 16 software. Random effect meta-regression analysis at 95% CI was used to assess pooled prevalence and risk factors. Heterogeneity was determined using the I

SUBMITTER: Olamoyegun MA 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC11622640 | biostudies-literature | 2024 Dec

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature