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International Journal of Diabetes in Developing Countries

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01-06-2014 | Editorial

The significance of measuring health related quality of life in type 2 diabetes mellitus

Author: Paulomi M. Sudhir

Published in: International Journal of Diabetes in Developing Countries | Issue 2/2014

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The management of type 2 diabetes poses a significant challenge to both the treatment provider and the patient due to the complex behavioral and lifestyle changes that are required [1]. The importance of self care and metabolic control in delaying complications is also well recognized. While certain changes in lifestyle can indeed be beneficial and improve quality of life, others are likely to have a negative impact on the social and emotional functioning of the individual [2]. With newer medical advancements that delay complications and reduce mortality, the inclusion of quality of life as a component of health outcome has become crucial to the delivery of care. …

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Title: The significance of measuring health related quality of life in type 2 diabetes mellitus
Author: Paulomi M. Sudhir
Publication date: 01-06-2014
Publisher: Springer India
Published in: International Journal of Diabetes in Developing Countries / Issue 2/2014
Print ISSN: 0973-3930
Electronic ISSN: 1998-3832
DOI: https://doi.org/10.1007/s13410-014-0211-1

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