PREVALENCE OF TYPE 2 DIABETES MELLITUS AMONG ADULTS AT FEDERAL MEDICAL CENTRE, OWO, ONDO STATE
Abstract
ABSTRACT
There is a global increase in the prevalence of Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus, if proper actions are not taken. Studies have shown that lifestyle modification and medication compliance are very important in managing Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus. This study assessed the prevalence of Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus among adults at Federal Medical Centre, Owo, Ondo State,
The research design used in this study was a retrospective record based study that employed a systemic random sampling technique, the sample size was determined using Yamane formula giving a total of 133 respondents. The tool employed for data collection was obtained through the use of a semi-structured checklist. The quantitative method of data analysis was used and managed using the Statistical Package for Social Sciences (SPSS) version 22 data management software.
Findings from this study showed prevalent rate of 21.1% individuals were being managed for type 2 Diabetes Mellitus as at the year 2018, 18.4% individuals were being managed for type 2 Diabetes Mellitus as at the year 2019, 26.3% individuals were being managed for type 2 Diabetes Mellitus as at the year 2020, 23.7% individuals were being managed for type 2 diabetes as at the year 2021, and 10.5% individuals were being managed for type 2 Diabetes Mellitus as at the year 2022, these gave an insight to the prevalence of Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus in Federal Medical Centre, Owo, to be 1/4 of adults being managed in the tertiary institution.
Also, the prevalent gender mostly diagnosed with Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus is the female gender, and the level of management provided by the institution for diabetes patients is good.
In conclusion, the participants were provided high level of management of Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus. Likewise, regular monitoring of blood sugar, nutritional modification, regular exercise, adherence to diet and drug regimen were better means of management of Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus were cited as measures in management of type 2 Diabetes Mellitus.
Keywords: Diabetes Mellitus, Gender, Level of Management, Prevalence.
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