Diabetes-related complications: Which research topics matter to diverse patients and caregivers?

ABSTRACT:

Background

Diabetes is a chronic disease with increasing prevalence worldwide. Although research has improved its treatment and management, little is known about which research topics matter to people living with diabetes, particularly among under-represented groups.

Objectives

To explore the importance of research topics among a diverse range of people living with any type of diabetes or caring for someone living with any type of diabetes.

Methods

We used a convergent mixed-method design with quantitative and qualitative aspects. We surveyed a national sample of people living with diabetes and caregivers of people with diabetes, asking them to rate the importance of 10 predetermined important research topics. We also held three focus groups in two major cities to exp

SUBMITTER: Dogba MJ 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC5867328 | biostudies-literature | 2018 Apr

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature