Abstracts by keywords: training
According to the latest figures from the International Diabetes Federation (IDF), Germany is the country with the highest diabetes prevalence in Europe. 12% 20 to 79 year olds are affected, a total of around 7.5 million people. In Germany, around 90% are type 2 diabetics, while around 5-10% are type 1 diabetics. Patients are cared for by 50,000 to 60,000 general practitioners nationwide (approx. one doctor per 1,500 inhabitants), around 1,100 specialist practices with diabetologists and around 350 special clinics. The aim of treating patients with diabetes is to prevent complications such as macroangiopathy (coronary heart disease, stroke, arterial occlusive disease), microangiopathy (eye and kidney damage), neuropathy or diabetic foot syndrome and to maintain the quality of life of those affected. In addition to lifestyle adjustments or medication measures, structured patient training is essential for successful diabetes treatment. Although there are still serious deficits in patient training despite disease management programs (DMP), patient training in Germany can be of a high standard compared to other countries.