Understanding the manifestation of diabetes in sub Saharan Africa to inform therapeutic approaches and preventive strategies: a narrative review

Understanding the manifestation of diabetes in sub Saharan Africa to inform therapeutic approaches and preventive strategies: a narrative review

Abstract Background Globally, the burden of diabetes mellitus has increased to epidemic proportions. Estimates from the International Diabetes Federation predict that the greatest future increase in the prevalence of diabetes mellitus will occur in Africa. Methods This article reviews literature on...

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Main Authors: Davis Kibirige, William Lumu, Angus G. Jones, Liam Smeeth, Andrew T. Hattersley, Moffat J. Nyirenda
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: BMC 2019-02-01
Series:Clinical Diabetes and Endocrinology
Subjects:
Diabetes
Manifestation
Diabetes phenotype
Adult patients
Sub-Saharan Africa
Online Access:http://link.springer.com/article/10.1186/s40842-019-0077-8

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