Tang V
Singapore
Research Article
The Patient Care Pathway for Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus in Asian Countries: Implications on Target Physician Group for Diabetes Clinical Trials
Author(s): Lansang EZ, Tang V, Ranade S, Caveney E, Ng NK, Saldanha LM, Lee KJ and Wai KLansang EZ, Tang V, Ranade S, Caveney E, Ng NK, Saldanha LM, Lee KJ and Wai K
Introduction: A patient care pathway is the referral pathway from a patient’s first consult with a healthcare provider to the time they receive the most appropriate treatment for their condition. With the increase in diabetes prevalence, clinical trial growth in Asia, and lack of published literature in this area, it is critical to understand the patient care pathway of Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus in the region.
Method: Between March and August 2013, a survey investigating the diagnosis and treatment patterns of diabetes and diabetes-related complications was sent to healthcare offices in 11 Asian countries. Survey responses received were analyzed.
Results: Eighty-seven healthcare offices were contacted, out of which, 49, returned the surveys. Fifty-seven percent of physicians who responded were endocrinologists, 24% were self- reported diabetologists, and 14% w.. View More»
