Konstadina Griva

Jul 1, 2024 | bmjopen.bmj.com | Winnie Soon |Helen Smith |Konstadina Griva

DiscussionThis qualitative study explored the preferences of young adults with type 2 diabetes with regard to DSME. Findings were categorised by DSME modality, informational content and DSME qualities that were valued. Young adults accessed multiple modalities for DSME, and gaps were identified in diabetes education topics, which included the impact of diabetes on fertility and long-term medication effects.

May 16, 2024 | onlinelibrary.wiley.com | Xiaoli Zhu |Eng Sing Lee |Konstadina Griva |Yee Chui Chen

1 INTRODUCTION Diabetic foot ulcers (DFU) are a source of physical dysfunction, emotional distress, and diminished quality of life, affecting around 20 million people globally each year.1 DFUs are complex to treat, take months to years to heal, with high recurrence rates reaching 40% within one year of wound closure.2 More than 85% of diabetic lower extremity amputations (DLEA) are precipitated by a foot ulcer.3 DFU is considered the most prevalent and costly among all diabetes complications...

Sep 28, 2023 | onlinelibrary.wiley.com | Winnie Soon |Konstadina Griva |Helen Smith

Aims There is a rising trend of young-onset type 2 diabetes (YOD) occurring before the age of 40 years. Lower adherence to self care behaviours (diet, physical activity and taking medication) contributed to poorer glycaemic control and higher risk of complications. Young adults with YOD face unique challenges, and our study aimed to identify the main barriers and facilitators of self care behaviours in this population.

Aug 19, 2023 | onlinelibrary.wiley.com | Winnie Soon |Konstadina Griva |Helen Smith

Aims Young-onset (21-39 years old) type 2 diabetes (YOD) is associated with high complication rates and glycaemic levels, and poor self-management plays a significant role. Knowledge, skills and barriers influence self-management behaviors considerably.

May 19, 2023 | pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov | Jianlin Liu |Konstadina Griva |Rathi Mahendran

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