Publications by authors named "Ana Beatriz Valverde Mendes"
Aims: To determine the prevalence of inadequate glycemic control and its correlates in a large multicenter survey of Venezuelan patients with diabetes.
Methods: A cross-sectional study in a sample of adult patients with diabetes, attending health centers in Venezuela. Information about diabetes, current medications, complications, and diet were obtained by trained interviewers, using a standardized questionnaire.
Article Synopsis
- * Researchers collected data from over 6,700 patients across ten cities, examining factors like diabetes duration, treatment satisfaction, and access to multi-professional care.
- * The findings highlight the need for better diabetes management and education in Brazil to reduce complications and healthcare costs, emphasizing the importance of early and aggressive treatment strategies.