Cross-sectional study highlights poor knowledge and attitudes in T2DM patients, indicating need for targeted education interventions.
Key Points
Poor knowledge and attitudes were seen in 32.8% and 37.4% of T2DM patients, respectively, revealing a significant gap in understanding.
In a study of 500 T2DM patients, males showed higher knowledge (33.7%) and attitude scores (50.2%) compared to females' lower scores.
Cross-sectional study using SPSS analyzed KAP scores and clinical parameters, applying various statistical tests including Mann-Whitney U and Spearman's correlation.
Findings underscore the importance of tailored interventions to improve self-care practices and awareness in managing diabetes.