Assessment of glycemic control, health-related quality of life, and associated factors in type 2 diabetic patients attending a comprehensive specialized hospital in Northwest Ethiopia.

ABSTRACT:

Background

Poor glycemic control in type 2 diabetes mellitus (T2DM) leads to serious complications that negatively impact health-related quality of life (HRQoL). This study aimed to assess glycemic control, HRQoL, and their associated factors in T2DM patients.

Method

This is a cross-sectional study and was conducted from May 1 to July 30, 2024. Systematic random sampling technique was used to recruit the study participants. The average fasting blood glucose (FBG) levels of three consecutive tests during follow-up visits were extracted from patient medical records while the data pertaining HRQoL were collected through interview using EQ-5D five-level (EQ-5D-5L) questionnaire and EQ visual analog scale (EQ VAS). EQ-5D-5L utility scores were determined using disutility values e

SUBMITTER: Asrie AB 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC12445461 | biostudies-literature | 2025

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature