Non-attendance at diabetes outpatient appointments: a systematic review.

Sarah BrewsterJ BartholomewRichard Ian Gregory Holt Hermione C Price

Published in: Diabetic medicine : a journal of the British Diabetic Association (2020)

Non-attendance is only partially explained by logistical issues. Qualitative studies suggest complex psychosocial factors are involved. Interventions have progressed from simple appointment reminders in an attempt to address some of the psycho-social determinants, but more work is needed to improve attendance.

Keyphrases

mental health
type diabetes
cardiovascular disease
healthcare
physical activity
systematic review
case control
insulin resistance