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Digital education platform improves glycemic control in type 2 diabetes.

Última actualización 8 de julio de 2026

Key finding

Mean HbA1c decreased by 0.5% in the intervention group (P = 0.01).

This study evaluated a digital education platform for diabetes management against conventional outpatient education, finding significant improvements in HbA1c and treatment satisfaction.

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EvidenceScore™

Moderate

Study type

RCTs

Follow-up

Medium-Term (3–12 mo)

Risk of bias

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Study focus

This study evaluated a digital education platform for diabetes management against conventional outpatient education, finding significant improvements in HbA1c and treatment satisfaction.

Clinical relevance

These findings suggest that integrating digital tools into diabetes education can enhance patient outcomes and satisfaction. Improved HbA1c levels are crucial for reducing long-term complications associated with diabetes, making digital education a valuable addition to traditional methods.

Keep in mind

The study did not assess long-term effects beyond six months. Sample size and demographic diversity were not specified. Potential biases in self-reported adherence were not addressed.

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Lorraine B, Sasja DH, Mari AV, et al. Effectiveness of a Digital Education Platform for Diabetes Management: A Randomized Controlled Trial. JMIR mHealth and uHealth. 2025;13:e67151. doi:10.2196/67151

Efectos Principales

Mean HbA1c decreased by 0.5% in the intervention group (P = 0.01).

Mean HbA1c decreased by 0.2% in the control group.

Treatment satisfaction improved by 3.6 points in the intervention group (P = 0.006).

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Evidence Context

This study contributes evidence to DSMES, Remote multiprofessional educational program and HbA1c, Treatment adherence, Treatment satisfaction.

Primary intervention

DSMES

Primary outcomes

  • HbA1c
  • Treatment adherence
  • Treatment satisfaction

Evidence relationships

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Moderate contributionModerate confidenceNetwork score: 72

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Related topics

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Evidence pairs

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High relevance in at least one topic

Why it is useful

  • Contributes to 4 evidence relationships
  • Includes primary outcome data
  • Linked to 4 direct semantic evidence topics

Topic contributions

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Evidencia principal

Relación de evidencia

Diabetes Self-Management Education and Support (DSMES) Programs and HbA1c

Evidencia relacionada

Relación de evidencia

Diabetes Self-Management Education and Support (DSMES) Programs and Treatment Adherence

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Diabetes Self-Management Education and Support (DSMES) Programs and Treatment Experience

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Core evidence

Study findings

The primary outcomes reported in this study.

HbA1c

DSMES → HbA1c

DSMES → HbA1c

Evidence Intelligence™
ImpactScore™
75
Positive
EvidenceScore™
Strong
Score 79 · Based on 4 studies
ConsistencyScore™
75
consistent
Supporting studies: Based on 4 studies
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HbA1c

Remote multiprofessional educational program → HbA1c

Remote multiprofessional educational program → HbA1c

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ImpactScore™
73
Positive
EvidenceScore™
79
Strong
ConsistencyScore™
80
consistent
Supporting studies: Based on 5 studies
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Treatment adherence

Remote multiprofessional educational program → Treatment adherence

Remote multiprofessional educational program → Treatment adherence

Evidence Intelligence™
ImpactScore™
75
Positive
EvidenceScore™
Moderate
Score 69 · Based on 2 studies
ConsistencyScore™
35
mixed
Supporting studies: Based on 2 studies
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Treatment satisfaction

Remote multiprofessional educational program → Treatment satisfaction

Remote multiprofessional educational program → Treatment satisfaction

Evidence Intelligence™
ImpactScore™
77
Positive
EvidenceScore™
67
Moderate
ConsistencyScore™
100
consistent
Supporting studies: Based on 2 studies
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La Evidencia Sugiere

  • Digital education platform led to a 0.5% decrease in HbA1c levels.
  • Treatment satisfaction increased by 3.6 points in the intervention group.
  • No significant difference in medication adherence between groups (P = 0.59).
who this applies

A quién se aplica

  • Adults with diabetes seeking improved management strategies.
  • Patients interested in digital health solutions for chronic conditions.
keep in mind

Tener en Cuenta

  • Results may not be generalizable to all diabetes populations.
  • The study focused on short-term outcomes; long-term effects are unknown.
  • Further research is needed to explore the impact of digital education on diverse populations.
between the lines

Entre Líneas

  • The study did not assess long-term effects beyond six months.
  • Sample size and demographic diversity were not specified.
  • Potential biases in self-reported adherence were not addressed.

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This study contributes to evidence on Diabetes Self-Management Education and Support (DSMES) Programs and HbA1c, Diabetes Self-Management Education and Support (DSMES) Programs and HbA1c.

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Does Diabetes Self-Management Education and Support (DSMES) Programs improve HbA1c?

Strong Evidence

Diabetes Self-Management Education and Support (DSMES) Programs may improve HbA1c.

ConsistencyScore™: Results are generally consistent across studies.

Ranked evidence signals

  1. 1

    HbA1c

    EvidenceScore™ Strong | EvidenceScore™ 79.2 | moderate positive | ConsistencyScore™ Consistent | 1 study

Why this answer: This answer is based on 28 supporting studies with generally consistent results and a positive effect signal.

Limitations

  • Population details are unavailable.
28 supporting studiesUpdated: Jul 2026

Does Diabetes Self-Management Education and Support (DSMES) Programs improve treatment adherence?

Strong Evidence

Diabetes Self-Management Education and Support (DSMES) Programs may improve Treatment Adherence.

ConsistencyScore™: Results are generally consistent across studies.

Ranked evidence signals

  1. 1

    Treatment adherence

    EvidenceScore™ Moderate | EvidenceScore™ 69.0 | moderate positive | ConsistencyScore™ Mixed | 1 study

Why this answer: This answer is based on 9 supporting studies with generally consistent results and a positive effect signal.

Limitations

  • Population details are unavailable.
9 supporting studiesUpdated: Jul 2026

Does Diabetes Self-Management Education and Support (DSMES) Programs improve treatment experience?

Strong Evidence

Diabetes Self-Management Education and Support (DSMES) Programs may improve Treatment Experience.

ConsistencyScore™: Results are consistent across studies.

Ranked evidence signals

  1. 1

    Treatment satisfaction

    EvidenceScore™ Moderate | EvidenceScore™ 67.0 | moderate positive | ConsistencyScore™ Consistent | 1 study

Why this answer: This answer is based on 5 supporting studies with consistent results and a positive effect signal.

Limitations

  • Population details are unavailable.
5 supporting studiesUpdated: Jul 2026
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