Trends in medication utilization, glycemic control and outcomes among type 2 diabetes patients in a tertiary referral center in Singapore from 2007 to 2017.

Yan Zhi Tan McVin Hua Heng CheenSu-Yen GohYong Mong BeePaik Shia LimGiat Yeng KheeJulian Thumboo

Published in: Journal of diabetes (2019)

Medication utilization patterns have changed significantly over the past 11 years with a shift towards newer agents. Glycemic control has remained stable, and rate of severe hypoglycemia increased. Further analysis is required before causal relationships can be inferred.

Keyphrases

glycemic control
type diabetes
blood glucose
weight loss
end stage renal disease
insulin resistance
ejection fraction
healthcare
newly diagnosed
peritoneal dialysis
primary care
cardiovascular disease
prognostic factors
metabolic syndrome
emergency department
patient reported