Indicators for adequate diabetes care for the indigenous communities of Ecuador.

ABSTRACT:

Introduction

Diabetes is the second leading cause of death in Ecuador, as 79% of the indigenous population live in rural areas that are difficult to access and have below-average health resources. The objective of this study was to define person-centred indicators to monitor the care received by patients with diabetes in the indigenous population.

Method

Qualitative research combining three focus groups (with the participation of 10 patients and 18 professionals) to capture relevant information and Delphi to reach a consensus on the pertinence, relevance, and feasibility of a set of indicators was conducted. Two rounds of the Delphi technique were performed, with the participation of 64 professionals in the first round (90% response rate) and 34 in the second round (53% resp

SUBMITTER: Martin-Delgado J 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC9700129 | biostudies-literature | 2022 Dec

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature