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ea0037ep473 | Diabetes (complications & therapy) | ECE2015

Education for diabetes self-management improves quality of life and reduces HbA1c levels in people with diabetes

Toti Florian , Sokoli Elvisa , Kulluri Eliora , Lapardhaja Adriana , Carcani Manjola

Backgrounds and aims: Knowing about patientÂ’s quality of life (QoL) is becoming increasingly important in delivering diabetes care and education. The purpose of our study was to estimate if the diabetes education improves patient QoL and reduces HbA1c levels.Material and methods: The study sample included diabetic patients who attended a 5-day educational sessions at the Service of Endocrinology in Tirana/Albania. Patients were evaluated regarding t...