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ea0041ep455 | Diabetes (to include epidemiology, pathophysiology) | ECE2016

Metabolic syndrome as independent risk factor of poor glycemic control in type 2 diabetic patients

Buendia Richard G , Velandia Sonia , Tobon Catalina , Espinosa Adelaida , Contreras Alejandra , Sanchez Margarita , Paz Oscar , Viscaino Eleonora , Paez Amanda , Morales Alejandra

Type 2 diabetes is considered a disease of epidemic proportions, its control is important to prevent macro and microvascular complications.This study aims to determine the factors associated with poor glycemic control, defined as HbA1c >7% in type 2 diabetic patients of cardiovascular risk program of the Central Hospital of National Police in ColombiaMethodology: This is a descriptive cross-sectional study, where it is performe...