TITLE:
Quality of Life and Long-Term Complications of Diabetic Patients in Bangladesh: Does Treatment Pattern Differ the Quality of Life of Diabetic Patients?
AUTHORS:
A. B. M. Nahid Hasan, Abu Saleh, Mst. Roni Khatun, Md. Sharif Uddin Miah, Taufikul Islam, Mst. Tasnima Akter Shikha, G. M. Yousuf Mahadi, Prosenjit Basak, Golam Rabby, Mst. Rokshana Rabeya
KEYWORDS:
Diabetes Mellitus, Quality of Life, Long-Term Complications, Treatment Patterns, Bangladesh
JOURNAL NAME:
Journal of Diabetes Mellitus,
Vol.15 No.1,
February
18,
2025
ABSTRACT: Background: Diabetes Mellitus (DM) is a growing health issue in Bangladesh, with significant complications affecting the quality of life (QoL). This study aims to assess long-term complications, treatment patterns, and QoL of diabetic patients during COVID-19. Methods: A cross-sectional study was conducted on 385 diabetic patients (aged 18-80) from tertiary hospitals in Dhaka and Mymensingh between May and October 2022. Data were collected via a semi-structured questionnaire on sociodemographics, complications, treatment patterns, and QoL (SF-12 scale). Chi-square tests, ANOVA, and linear regression were used for inferential analysis. Results: The sample predominantly included middle-aged males (41 - 55 years) with type 2 diabetes. Diabetic retinopathy (34.5%), polyneuropathy (32.2%), and hypertension (52.3%) were the most common complications. Oral medications were used by 59.7% of patients, with 29.1% on insulin. Chi-square analysis showed a significant association between treatment adherence and complications (p β = 0.45, p Conclusion: Complications in diabetic patients significantly affect QoL in Bangladesh. Treatment adherence, especially with oral medications, positively impacts QoL. There is a need for improved access to diabetes care to manage complications and enhance the overall well-being of diabetic patients.