- ImpactScore™
- 75
- Positive
- EvidenceScore™
- Moderate
- Score 69 · Based on 2 studies
- ConsistencyScore™
- 35
- mixed
Digital intervention improves glycemic control in type 2 diabetes patients
Última actualización 8 de julio de 2026
Key finding
HbA1c decreased by 3.7% in the intervention group.
This study evaluated the efficacy of a digital educational intervention for patients with Type 2 diabetes, finding significant improvements in various health metrics.
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EvidenceScore™
Moderate
Study type
RCTs
Follow-up
Long-Term (1–5 y)
Risk of bias
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Study focus
This study evaluated the efficacy of a digital educational intervention for patients with Type 2 diabetes, finding significant improvements in various health metrics.
Clinical relevance
These findings are clinically significant as they suggest that digital health interventions can effectively support diabetes management, potentially leading to better patient outcomes and reduced healthcare costs. As diabetes prevalence continues to rise, integrating such tools into standard care may enhance patient engagement and adherence to treatment.
Keep in mind
The study may have limited generalizability due to its multicenter design. Potential biases in self-reported outcomes were not addressed. Long-term effects of the intervention were not evaluated.
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Andrew C, Abdul NA, Gwanpyo K, et al. Efficacy of a Digital Educational Intervention for Patients with Type 2 Diabetes: A Multicenter Randomized Study. Journal of Medical Internet Research. 2025;27:e60758. doi:10.2196/60758
Efectos Principales
HbA1c decreased by 3.7% in the intervention group (p=0.006).
Body weight decreased by 8.7 kg in the intervention group (p=0.002).
BMI decreased by 3.0 kg/m² in the intervention group (p=0.006).
Evidence network
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Evidence Context
This study contributes evidence to Digital-based lifestyle intervention, Usual care and BMI, Body weight, Change in EsDQOL satisfaction score, and 4 more.
This study contributes evidence to
Primary intervention
Digital-based lifestyle intervention
Primary outcomes
- BMI
- Body weight
- Change in EsDQOL satisfaction score
Evidence topics
Primary intervention
Primary outcomes
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- Contributes to 11 evidence relationships
- Includes primary outcome data
- Linked to 3 direct semantic evidence topics
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Evidencia principal
Relación de evidencia
Digital Lifestyle Interventions and Body Weight
Evidencia relacionada
Relación de evidencia
Digital Lifestyle Interventions and Body Mass Index
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Relación de evidencia
Digital Lifestyle Interventions and HbA1c
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Core evidence
Study findings
The primary outcomes reported in this study.
Body weight
Digital-based lifestyle intervention → Body weight
Digital-based lifestyle intervention → Body weight
- ImpactScore™
- 100
- Very Positive
- EvidenceScore™
- Emerging
- Score 59 · Based on 1 study
- ConsistencyScore™
- unclear
- Not enough independent studies
Change in EsDQOL satisfaction score
Digital-based lifestyle intervention → Change in EsDQOL satisfaction score
Digital-based lifestyle intervention → Change in EsDQOL satisfaction score
- ImpactScore™
- 100
- Very Positive
- EvidenceScore™
- Emerging
- Score 59 · Based on 1 study
- ConsistencyScore™
- unclear
- Not enough independent studies
Diabetes knowledge
Digital-based lifestyle intervention → Diabetes knowledge
Digital-based lifestyle intervention → Diabetes knowledge
- ImpactScore™
- 75
- Positive
- EvidenceScore™
- Moderate
- Score 69 · Based on 2 studies
- ConsistencyScore™
- 35
- mixed
Fasting Plasma Glucose (FPG)
Digital-based lifestyle intervention → Fasting Plasma Glucose (FPG)
Digital-based lifestyle intervention → Fasting Plasma Glucose (FPG)
- ImpactScore™
- 100
- Very Positive
- EvidenceScore™
- Emerging
- Score 59 · Based on 1 study
- ConsistencyScore™
- unclear
- Not enough independent studies
- ImpactScore™
- 100
- Very Positive
- EvidenceScore™
- Moderate
- Score 69 · Based on 2 studies
- ConsistencyScore™
- 100
- consistent
- ImpactScore™
- 50
- Neutral
- EvidenceScore™
- Moderate
- Score 69 · Based on 2 studies
- ConsistencyScore™
- 100
- consistent
- ImpactScore™
- 50
- Neutral
- EvidenceScore™
- Emerging
- Score 59 · Based on 1 study
- ConsistencyScore™
- unclear
- Not enough independent studies
- ImpactScore™
- 50
- Neutral
- EvidenceScore™
- Emerging
- Score 59 · Based on 1 study
- ConsistencyScore™
- unclear
- Not enough independent studies
EsDQOL satisfaction score (control)
Usual care → EsDQOL satisfaction score (control)
Usual care → EsDQOL satisfaction score (control)
- ImpactScore™
- 50
- Neutral
- EvidenceScore™
- Emerging
- Score 59 · Based on 1 study
- ConsistencyScore™
- unclear
- Not enough independent studies
Fasting Plasma Glucose (FPG)
Usual care → Fasting Plasma Glucose (FPG)
Usual care → Fasting Plasma Glucose (FPG)
- ImpactScore™
- 50
- Neutral
- EvidenceScore™
- Emerging
- Score 59 · Based on 1 study
- ConsistencyScore™
- unclear
- Not enough independent studies
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La Evidencia Sugiere
- HbA1c levels decreased significantly by 3.7% with the digital intervention.
- Participants lost an average of 8.7 kg in body weight.
- Fasting plasma glucose levels decreased by 122.6 mg/dL.
A quién se aplica
- Adults diagnosed with Type 2 diabetes.
- Patients seeking digital health solutions for diabetes management.
Tener en Cuenta
- Results may not apply to all demographics due to specific inclusion criteria.
- The study focused on short-term outcomes; long-term benefits are unknown.
- Further research is needed to confirm findings across diverse populations.
Entre Líneas
- The study may have limited generalizability due to its multicenter design.
- Potential biases in self-reported outcomes were not addressed.
- Long-term effects of the intervention were not evaluated.
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This study contributes to evidence on Usual care and HbA1c, Digital Lifestyle Interventions and Body Mass Index.
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Usual care → HbA1c
Behavioral & Lifestyle
- ImpactScore™
- 67
- Slightly Positive
- EvidenceScore™
- Strong
- Score 79 · Based on 3 studies
- ConsistencyScore™
- 67
- generally_consistent
Digital Lifestyle Interventions → Body Mass Index
Devices & Technology
- ImpactScore™
- 75
- Positive
- EvidenceScore™
- Moderate
- Score 69 · Based on 2 studies
- ConsistencyScore™
- 35
- mixed
Digital Lifestyle Interventions → Body Weight
Devices & Technology
- ImpactScore™
- 100
- Very Positive
- EvidenceScore™
- Emerging
- Score 59 · Based on 1 study
- ConsistencyScore™
- unclear
- Not enough independent studies
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Curated evidence collections and hubs this study is part of.
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Body Mass Index Evidence Hub
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Measures Body Mass Index as a key outcome.
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Contributes to Digital Lifestyle Interventions evidence base.
Body Weight Evidence Hub
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Measures Body Weight as a key outcome.
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Questions answered by this study
Generated from the study's connected evidence using Evidence Intelligence™.
Does Digital Lifestyle Interventions affect body weight?
Digital Lifestyle Interventions appears to improve Body Weight.
ConsistencyScore™: Results are consistent across studies.
Ranked evidence signals
- 1
Body weight
EvidenceScore™ Emerging | EvidenceScore™ 59.0 | strong positive | ConsistencyScore™ Unclear | 1 study
Why this answer: This answer is based on 4 supporting studies with consistent results and a positive effect signal.
Limitations
- Population details are unavailable.
Does Digital Lifestyle Interventions affect body mass index?
Digital Lifestyle Interventions may improve Body Mass Index.
ConsistencyScore™: Results are generally consistent across studies.
Ranked evidence signals
- 1
BMI
EvidenceScore™ Moderate | EvidenceScore™ 69.0 | moderate positive | ConsistencyScore™ Mixed | 1 study
Why this answer: This answer is based on 3 supporting studies with generally consistent results and a positive effect signal.
Limitations
- Population details are unavailable.
Does Digital Lifestyle Interventions improve HbA1c?
Digital Lifestyle Interventions appears to improve HbA1c.
ConsistencyScore™: Results are consistent across studies.
Ranked evidence signals
- 1
HbA1c
EvidenceScore™ Moderate | EvidenceScore™ 69.0 | strong positive | ConsistencyScore™ Consistent | 1 study
Why this answer: This answer is based on 3 supporting studies with consistent results and a positive effect signal.
Limitations
- Population details are unavailable.
Does Digital Lifestyle Interventions improve fasting glucose?
Digital Lifestyle Interventions may improve Fasting Glucose.
ConsistencyScore™: Results are mixed and should be interpreted cautiously.
Ranked evidence signals
- 1
Fasting Plasma Glucose (FPG)
EvidenceScore™ Emerging | EvidenceScore™ 59.0 | strong positive | ConsistencyScore™ Unclear | 1 study
Why this answer: This answer is cautious because the available studies report mixed findings.
Limitations
- Only a small number of supporting studies are available.
- Population details are unavailable.
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