Information needs in people with diabetes mellitus: a systematic review.

ABSTRACT:

Background

The purpose of this study was to identify and analyse currently available knowledge on information needs of people with diabetes mellitus, also considering possible differences between subgroups and associated factors.

Methods

Twelve databases including MEDLINE, EMBASE and the Cochrane Library were searched up until June 2015. Publications that addressed self-reported information needs of people with diabetes mellitus were included. Each study was assessed by using critical appraisal tools, e.g. from the UK National Institute for Health and Care Excellence. Extraction and content analysis were performed systematically.

Results

In total, 1993 publications were identified and 26 were finally included. Nine main categories of information needs were identified,

SUBMITTER: Biernatzki L 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC5813383 | biostudies-literature | 2018 Feb

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature