Although various approaches have been used in diabetes self-management education (DSME) programs, the effect of DSME programs on glycemic control is controversial. This study aimed to compare the effects of structured individual education and combined education on glycemic regulation in type 2 diabetes mellitus (T2DM). This study included T2DM patients who applied to the Ust Kaynarca Diabetes Center between 1 January 2018 and 11 March 2020.
View Article and Find Full Text PDFObjective: To identify the presence of MAFLD (metabolic associated fatty liver disease) with some non-invasive screening methods and the factors affecting in patients with metabolic dysfunction.
Study Design: A cross-sectional study. Place and Duration of the Study: University of Health Sciences, Kartal Dr.
Background: The effect of COVID-19 infection on pulmonary function is unknown.
Objective: This study aimed to evaluate pulmonary function tests (PFTs) of patients hospitalized with the diagnosis of COVID-19 pneumonia at 3 and 6 months post-discharge.
Methods: Patients aged 18 years and over who had positive COVID-19 PCR test results and were hospitalized in the pandemic service between 1 May 2020 and 31 October 2020, were included in the study.
Introduction: Cardio-metabolic risks are tested to show various anthropometric measurements. This study aimed to evaluate a body shape index (ABSI) of individuals with obesity to determine the role of these measurements in cardiovascular risk prediction.
Methods: This cross-sectional study included 368 patients who were evaluated by the researcher in the polyclinic.
J Coll Physicians Surg Pak
February 2021
Objective: To determine cardiovascular risk factors, calculate cardiovascular risk, and the value of betatrophin, a novel biomarker in predicting the risk of cardiovascular disease (CVD) in obese individuals.
Study Design: Cross-sectional and descriptive study.
Place And Duration Of Study: University of Health Sciences, Kartal Dr.