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    Type 2 Diabetes Treatment Guidelines in Malawi: A Cross Section Survey for Type 2 Diabetes Remission
    (Kamuzu University of Health Sciences, 2022-03-08) Mpinganjira, Obed; Chisenga, Bisayi
    Study type: This is a cross-sectional study, intending to investigate the management of type 2 diabetes in Malawi. The problem: Worldwide, prevalence of non-communicable diseases (NCDs) is increasing and this includes diabetes mellitus. Some studies have indicated that type 2 diabetes is a chronic problem which requires strict adherence to its pharmacological intervention. However, most developing countries have a narrow choice of pharmacological drugs due to limited availability of most suitable drugs. This might lead to complications such as nephropathy and retinopathy, and even lower limb amputations. This indicates the need for regulated management of diabetes mellitus including periodical reviews of treatment options. Aim and Objectives: The main aim is to identify the gaps that exist in management of type 2 diabetes mellitus in Malawi. The specific objectives include describing the drugs used for diabetes type 2 treatment at diabetic clinic at QECH, to determine the commonly used measures for the management of type 2 diabetes, assessing how diabetes type 2 patients monitor their blood glucose and identifying the challenges faced by type 2 diabetes patients in managing their condition. Methodology: This is a qualitative cross section study that will look at the gaps which exist in management of diabetes mellitus type 2 in Malawi in relation to recommendations by international organizations. We will explore the case management of diabetes type 2 at diabetic clinic at QECH using questionnaire and case narrative management. The findings will be analyzed in relation to the recommendations provided by international organizations such as WHO and NHS. We aim to obtain the international recommendations for type 2 diabetes management by searching google scholar and gov.com websites. Expected Findings and Dissemination: Generated data will be analyzed and shared with Pharmacy department and other interested parties such as COMREC and QECH hospital. If resources enable us, we will publish the findings in a peer-reviewed journal.