Insights Into the Management of Type 2 Diabetes at Diagnosis in Spain: The NEW2TYPE2 Study.

ABSTRACT:

Introduction

This study analysed the opinions and perceptions of Spanish physicians towards the management of people newly diagnosed with type 2 diabetes (T2D) aged ≤ 65 years.

Methods

Online survey targeting primary care physicians (PCPs) and endocrinologists (members of three national scientific societies) treating people with T2D. Management practices and factors determining prescribed therapies and treatment goals were captured in general and by patient profile. The respondents' perception of the limitations in setting strict glycaemic control objectives and weight loss targets, and the feasibility and impact of possible solutions, were examined.

Results

A total of 105 physicians (60% PCPs, 40% endocrinologists) responded to the survey; 98% of respondents reported

SUBMITTER: Garcia-Prieto CF 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC12464348 | biostudies-literature | 2025 Sep

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature