Adherence to insulin therapy and associated factors among type 1 and type 2 diabetic patients on follow up in Madda Walabu University Goba Referral Hospital, South East Ethiopia

Feleke Hailu Chefik, Tesfaye Assefa, Bruce John Edward Quisido, Adem Esmael Roba

PLoS ONE · 2022 · 11 citations · 19 references

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Abstract

This study concluded that adherence to insulin therapy was low in the study area. Having glucometer, regular hospital follow-up, being knowledgeable, and favorable attitudes were the factor associated with adherence to insulin therapy. Attention should be paid to help diabetic patients on acquiring knowledge regarding the need of consistent adherence to insulin therapy and its complications.

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