DOI: https://doi.org/10.36347/sjams.2024.v12i10.013

Pages: 1341-1349

Introduction: Type 2 diabetes (T2D) is a chronic metabolic disorder marked by insulin resistance and poses significant health risks, including cardiovascular diseases, vision impairment, nerve damage, and kidney failure. The disease is linked to a reduced life expectancy and increased risks for complications like dementia and cancer, highlighting the urgent need for effective management strategies tailored to urban and rural populations. Aim of the study: This study aimed to identify the management strategies and outcomes of T2D in urban and rural populations of Bangladesh. Methods: This cross-sectional study was conducted in the Department of Anaesthesia Analgesia and Intensive Care Medicine, National Institute of Cardiovascular Disease and Hospital (NICVD). Dhaka, Bangladesh during the period from July 2023 to Jun 2024. A total of 200 participants were included in the study, with 100 patients from urban areas and 100 from rural areas. The study encompassed both male and female participants, who underwent treatment in both indoor (hospital-based) and outdoor (outpatient) settings. Result: A total of 200 participants were included in the study, with 100 patients from urban areas and 100 from rural regions. Among urban respondents, 35% were aged 20-30, while the rural group had a higher representation in this age group at 45%. The study revealed that individuals with higher education levels in rural areas had a lower prevalence of T2D, while overweight participants had a higher incidence in both urban and rural settings. In rural regions, the risk of T2D was notably higher among those who consumed caffeinated drinks and were less physically active, while these factors did not significantly influence T2D risk in urban populations. Additionally, urban participants exhibited a correlation between T2D and hypertension. Conclusion: Our study presents a comprehensive strategy to tackle the rising prevalence of T2D in urban and rural areas. Key elements include promoting...