Diabetes Prevalence Survey of Pakistan (DPS-PAK): prevalence of type 2 diabetes mellitus and prediabetes using HbA1c: a population-based survey from Pakistan

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Authors

Azizul Hasan Aamir · Hayatabad Medical Complex

Zia Ul Haq · Khyber Medical University

Saeed Ahmed Mahar · National Institute of Cardiovascular Diseases

Faisal Qureshi

Ibrar Ahmad · Lady Reading Hospital

Ali Jawa · Pakistan Institute of Medical Sciences

Aisha Sheikh · Aga Khan University

Abstract

The prevalence of type 2 diabetes and prediabetes is much higher than previously thought in Pakistan. Comprehensive strategies need to be developed to incorporate screening, prevention and treatment of type 2 diabetes at a community level.

Topics & Keywords

Diabetes, Cardiovascular Risks, and Lipoproteins Diabetes Management and Education Metabolism, Diabetes, and Cancer

UN Sustainable Development Goals

Good health and well-being

Publication Details

Published in: BMJ Open

Volume 9, Issue 2, pp. e025300-e025300

DOI: 10.1136/bmjopen-2018-025300

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