Unmet needs of Italian centers for pediatric diabetes care: analysis of a survey among pediatric diabetologists facing the national screening program for Type 1 Diabetes.

ABSTRACT:

Backgrounds

The incidence of Type 1 Diabetes (T1D) in children and adolescents is increasing by 3-4% per year. Children and adolescents with T1D (CwD) should receive person-centered, specialized treatment from a multidisciplinary team to ensure appropriate care. Italy is the first to implement a countrywide T1D screening program, which will raise the need for funding for specialized pediatric care. The study aims to update the organization of the Italian Centers for pediatric diabetes care.

Methods

In 2022, members of the 59 Italian Centers following CwD were invited to complete an email survey regarding the Centers' organization, characteristics, and activities. The questionnaire included information on responders, department organization, team composition, activities, and

SUBMITTER: Marigliano M 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC11907787 | biostudies-literature | 2025 Mar

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature