2022
DOI: 10.7759/cureus.30047
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Assessment of Additional Risk Factors for Cardiovascular Disease and Awareness Among Adult Patients With Diabetes Mellitus: A Cross-Sectional Study From Northern Sri Lanka

Abstract: IntroductionCardiovascular diseases are the leading cause of death in people with type 2 diabetes. The assessment of additional risk factors for cardiovascular disease among diabetes patients and comparing current practices with the best practices can improve patient care. The aim of this study was to assess these additional risk factors and awareness of them among adult patients with diabetes mellitus. Materials and methodsThis cross-sectional study was conducted in the general medical wards at District Gener… Show more

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“…Since type 2 diabetes mellitus is a frequent and spreading condition, it is a signi icant global public health issue. According to the International Diabetes Federation, 387 million individuals worldwide have been diagnosed with diabetes [7].…”
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confidence: 99%
“…Since type 2 diabetes mellitus is a frequent and spreading condition, it is a signi icant global public health issue. According to the International Diabetes Federation, 387 million individuals worldwide have been diagnosed with diabetes [7].…”
Section: Introductionmentioning
confidence: 99%