Evidence Question
Does DSMES lower HbA1c?
Related to: HbA1c ReductionShort answer
DSMES may lower HbA1c.
Evidence at a glance
- Evidence strength
- Strong Evidence
- Supporting research
- 11 studys
- Randomized trials
- 11 trials
Why do we say this?
Across 11 randomized trials, findings are consistent and showed an effect on HbA1c with DSMES.
Context and limitations
The evidence includes both beneficial and harmful or worsening results.
Explore the evidence
Supporting research
11 published studys
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