The association of non-insulin-dependent diabetes mellitus with perceived quality of life in a biethnic population: the San Luis Valley Diabetes Study.

Abstract

OBJECTIVES: This study evaluated the association between quality of life and non-insulin-dependent diabetes mellitus (NIDDM) status, and whether this association differs between Hispanics and non-Hispanic Whites. METHODS: Between 1986 and 1989, cross-sectional data on perceived quality of life (PQOL) were collected from 223 persons with NIDDM and 753 non-diabetic subjects. RESULTS: After adjustment, persons with NIDDM rated their PQOL significantly lower than did control subjects. The relationship of diabetes and PQOL did not differ by ethnicity. The number of complications of diabetes was not associated with lower PQOL scores. CONCLUSIONS: Control and treatment strategies should reflect an understanding of the impact that diabetes has on social functioning, leisure activities, and physical and mental health.

Health‐related quality of life among Tianjin Chinese patients with type 2 diabetes: A cross‐sectional survey

“…A previous study found that the presence of complications was unrelated to perceived quality of life (Caldwell et al . 1998); however, this finding contradicts the findings of other studies (Glasgow et al ., 1997; Wexler et al ., 2006).…”

“…In particular, we found that microvascular complications, diabetic neuropathy, PVD, and CHD were strongly correlated with decreased QOL. In contrast to our findings, Caldwell et al . (1998) concluded that the presence of complications was unrelated to perceived QOL.…”

Diabetes and eating disorders in primary care

“…If replicated, these data may offer one potential pathway for the early detection and possible prevention of secondary mental or physical illness among those with a primary disorder (e.g., prevention of eating disorders through proper management and treatment of diabetes). Given the rising prevalence and the personal and societal costs of Type 2 diabetes in the population (Caldwell et al, 1998;Kokkonen et al, 1997;Larkin, 2001;Sinclair et al, 2000), these data may hold public health import in efforts to identify those at risk for diabetes and to develop effective methods of preventive intervention. …”

“…More than 13 million Americans are diagnosed with diabetes yearly, with a growing prevalence (Kokkonen, Lautala, & Salmela, 1997;Larkin, 2001). Diabetes is associated with increased physical morbidity, social and occupational impairment, increased use of health care services, and premature mortality (Caldwell, Baxter, Mitchell, Shetterly, & Hamman, 1998;Sinclair, Bayer, Girling, & Woodhouse, 2000). Although considered to be distinct, the etiology of both Type 1 and Type 2 diabetes is not completely understood nor are the reasons for the rapidly increasing prevalence of diabetes, especially Type 2, over the past 10 years (Kokkonen et al, 1997;Larkin, 2001).…”

Impact of Appropriate Pharmaceutical Therapy for Chronic Conditions on Direct Medical Costs and Workplace Productivity: A Review of the Literature

“…54,55 Although type 2 diabetes is often asymptomatic in its early stages, as it progresses, it frequently results in serious long-term complications [56][57][58] and lower quality of life. [59][60][61] The American Diabetes Association (ADA) treatment guidelines for type 2 diabetes focus on maintenance of glycemic control and screening for and attempting to prevent the onset or progression of complications. 57 Other treatment approaches can include collaboration between health practitioners and patients, 62,63 and disease management, which has been as-sociated with significant reductions in health care cost and use.…”