Publications by authors named "P A Owle"
Diabetes Care
January 1993
Article Synopsis
- The study aimed to assess the prevalence of diabetes and related complications in the Eastern Band of Cherokee Indians in North Carolina.
- Multiple data systems were utilized, including clinical records and registries, to gather information on diabetes cases, complications like retinopathy, and rates of end-stage renal disease (ESRD).
- Results indicated that the age-adjusted prevalence of diabetes was significantly higher in this population (105.6/1000) compared to the U.S. average, with higher rates observed among individuals with greater Indian inheritance, underscoring the need for targeted medical interventions.
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