Mortality attributable to type 2 diabetes mellitus in Latin America and the Caribbean: a comparative risk assessment analysis.

Wilmer Cristobal Guzman-Vilca Rodrigo M Carrillo-Larco

Published in: BMJ open diabetes research & care (2022)

A substantial burden of all deaths is attributed to T2DM in LAC. To decrease the mortality attributable to T2DM in LAC, policies are needed to strengthen early diagnosis and management, along with the prevention of complications.

Keyphrases

risk assessment
risk factors
cardiovascular events
glycemic control
public health
heavy metals
type diabetes
cardiovascular disease
cardiovascular risk factors
insulin resistance