The majority of the patients in this study presented with severe DKA with an intercurrent illness. This highlights the importance of childhood T1DM awareness among the public and healthcare providers. The incidence of childhood T1DM in Brunei Darussalam is similar to other countries in the Asian region, being relatively low, compared to the rest of the world.
Keyphrases
- newly diagnosed
- healthcare
- end stage renal disease
- glycemic control
- ejection fraction
- young adults
- chronic kidney disease
- risk factors
- mental health
- early life
- peritoneal dialysis
- type diabetes
- emergency department
- cardiovascular disease
- early onset
- metabolic syndrome
- patient reported outcomes
- drug induced
- social media