Type 1 diabetes mellitus in Gabon. A study of epidemiological aspects

ConclusionT1D prevalence is constantly increasing worldwide, but at slower pace in Africa in comparison to developed countries. Difficulties to access to high standard care and population poverty in Sub-Saharan Africa, represents a major independent factor of poor therapeutic observance.
Source: International Journal of Pediatrics and Adolescent Medicine - Category: Pediatrics Source Type: research