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Challenges in diabetes mellitus type 2 management in Nepal: a literature review.
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Self Management of Type 2 Diabetes Using a Co-designed Mobile Health (Mhealth) Intervention in Nepal: A Randomized Control Trial
Who cites it
32 citing papers in PubMed, 1 synthesis or guideline pooled it, 62 citations in OpenAlex.
- Predictor factors of uncontrolled diabetes.BMC endocrine disorders · 2025Pooled it
- The Impact of Insulin Staging in the Context of Pharmaceutical Care on Patients with Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus.Diabetes, metabolic syndrome and obesity : targets and therapy · 2023Trial
- Effectiveness of a Female Community Health Volunteer-Delivered Intervention in Reducing Blood Glucose Among Adults With Type 2 Diabetes: An Open-Label, Cluster Randomized Clinical Trial.JAMA network open · 2021Trial
- Clinical Profile of Diabetes Mellitus in Young Patients Admitted at BP Koirala Institute of Health Sciences: A Cross-Sectional Study.Health science reports · 2026Article
- Diabetes management using a clinical guideline versus usual practice: a feasibility trial-based qualitative study among Ayurvedic practitioners and patients in Nepal.Therapeutic advances in endocrinology and metabolism · 2026Article
- Co-design of pathway and manual for a dietitian-led approach to the management of type 2 diabetes in Nepal.BMC nutrition · 2025Article
- Non-adherence to anti diabetic medication and associated factors in Nepal: a systematic review and meta-analysis.Annals of medicine and surgery (2012) · 2025Article
- Long-term cost-effectiveness of health behaviour intervention to manage type 2 diabetes in Nepal.BMC medicine · 2025Article
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- Perspectives of patients with type 1 and type 2 diabetes on barriers to diabetes care: a qualitative study.BMC health services research · 2024Article
- Depressive Symptoms, Perceived Stress, and Associated Socio-Demographic and Diabetes-Related Factors in People With Type 2 Diabetes in Nepal.Asia-Pacific journal of public health · 2024Article
- Exploring the medicine cost of managing Diabetes Mellitus in Nepal: A cross-sectional analysis of oral hypoglycaemic medications.PloS one · 2024Article
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- Cascade of diabetes care in Bangladesh, Bhutan and Nepal: identifying gaps in the screening, diagnosis, treatment and control continuum.Scientific reports · 2023Article
- Electrocardiogram abnormalities and renal impairment in patients with type 2 diabetes mellitus: A healthcare facilities-based cross-sectional study in Dang district of Nepal.Journal of diabetes investigation · 2023Article
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- Social determinants of health and glycemic control in persons with type 2 diabetes mellitus attending a tertiary hospital in Nepal: A cross-sectional study.Belitung nursing journal · 2023Article
- Prevalence of diabetes mellitus and associated risk factors in Nepal: findings from a nationwide population-based survey.BMJ open · 2022Article
- Analyzing the Implementation of Policies and Guidelines for the Prevention and Management of Type 2 Diabetes at Primary Health Care Level in Nepal.Frontiers in public health · 2022Article
- Burden of Diabetes Mellitus in Nepal: An Analysis of Global Burden of Disease Study 2019.Journal of diabetes research · 2022Article
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4 authors at 3 institutions in 3 countries.
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Abstract
BACKGROUND AND
objectivesDiabetes has become an increasingly prevalent and severe public health problem in Nepal. The Nepalese health system is struggling to deliver comprehensive, quality treatment and services for diabetes at all levels of health care. This study aims to review evidence on the prevalence, cost and treatment of diabetes mellitus type 2 and its complications in Nepal and to critically assess the challenges to be addressed to contain the epidemic and its negative economic impact.
designA comprehensive review of available evidence and data sources on prevalence, risk factors, cost, complications, treatment, and management of diabetes mellitus type 2 in Nepal was conducted through an online database search for articles published in English between January 2000 and November 2015. Additionally, we performed a manual search of articles and reference lists of published articles for additional references.
resultsDiabetes mellitus type 2 is emerging as a major health care problem in Nepal, with rising prevalence and its complications especially in urban populations. Several challenges in diabetes management were identified, including high cost of treatment, limited health care facilities, and lack of disease awareness among patients. No specific guideline was identified for the prevention and treatment of diabetes in Nepal.
conclusionsWe conclude that a comprehensive national effort is needed to stem the tide of the growing burden of diabetes mellitus type 2 and its complications in Nepal. The government should develop a comprehensive plan to tackle diabetes and other non-communicable diseases supported by appropriate health infrastructure and funding.
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