| Autor: |
Motala, Ayesha A., Omar, Mahomed A. K., Pine, Fraser J. |
| Zdroj: |
Epidemiology of Diabetes Mellitus: An International Perspective; 2001 1st Edition, p225-232, 8p |
| Abstrakt: |
Data on the epidemiology of Type 2 diabetes mellitus in Africa is limited. However, contrary to a commonly held belief, diabetes is not rare in this continent. Although the prevalence is low in some rural populations, in other countries, moderate rates have been found in both urban and rural communities and are comparable with those in developed countries; in yet others alarmingly high rates are reported. The moderate-to-high prevalence of impaired glucose tolerance [IGT], especially in populations with a low diabetes prevalence, is a possible indicator of the early stage of diabetes epidemic. Diabetes prevalence is higher in urban populations; the putative role of urbanization and industrialization need to be established. Although there is evidence for a significant association with modifiable risk factors, there is a dearth of data on the impact of such variables as dietary and genetic factors and the role of insulin. Thus, there is a need for further studies which use standardized criteria and reporting methods. [ABSTRACT FROM PUBLISHER] |
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