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Scalable diabetes education improves care coordination
Última actualización 8 de julio de 2026
Key finding
Mean difference at 12-month; -0.1% (-0.4 to 0.1) for nurse-led.
This study evaluated the effectiveness of scalable diabetes self-management education and support models in adults with Type 2 Diabetes. Results showed no significant changes in key health outcomes.
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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 effectiveness of scalable diabetes self-management education and support models in adults with Type 2 Diabetes. Results showed no significant changes in key health outcomes.
Clinical relevance
Understanding the effectiveness of diabetes self-management education is crucial for developing effective interventions. This study highlights the challenges in achieving significant health improvements through scalable education models, which can inform future program designs and resource allocation.
Keep in mind
The study did not demonstrate significant effectiveness of the interventions. Sample size and participant characteristics may limit generalizability. Outcomes measured may not capture all aspects of diabetes management.
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Referencia de la Revista
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Piyachon A, Iliatha PN, Poppy ACM, et al. Effectiveness of Scalable Models of Diabetes Self-Management Education and Support in Adults with Type 2 Diabetes. The Lancet Regional Health - Southeast Asia. 2026;49:100778. doi:10.1016/j.lansea.2026.100778
Efectos Principales
Nurse-led intervention showed a mean HbA1c difference of -0.1% (p=0.45), indicating no significant change.
Peer-assisted intervention showed a mean HbA1c difference of 0.1% (p=0.85), indicating no significant change.
No significant differences were found in BMI, waist circumference, or other metabolic markers.
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Evidence Context
This study contributes evidence to DSMES and BMI, Diastolic blood pressure, Difference in Thai-CV risk score at 12 months compared to routine care, and 8 more.
This study contributes evidence to
Primary intervention
DSMES
Primary outcomes
- BMI
- Diastolic blood pressure
- Difference in Thai-CV risk score at 12 months compared to routine care
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- Contributes to 11 evidence relationships
- Includes primary outcome data
- Linked to 4 direct semantic evidence topics
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Evidencia principal
Relación de evidencia
Diabetes Self-Management Education and Support (DSMES) Programs and Fasting Glucose
Evidencia relacionada
Relación de evidencia
Diabetes Self-Management Education and Support (DSMES) Programs and HbA1c
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Diabetes Self-Management Education and Support (DSMES) Programs and Body Mass Index
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Core evidence
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Evidence Intelligence™
- ImpactScore™
- 50
- Neutral
- EvidenceScore™
- Emerging
- Score 59 · Based on 1 study
- ConsistencyScore™
- unclear
- Not enough independent studies
Supporting studies: Based on 1 study
Add to Evidence TrackerDifference in Thai-CV risk score at 12 months compared to routine care
DSMES → Difference in Thai-CV risk score at 12 months compared to routine care
DSMES → Difference in Thai-CV risk score at 12 months compared to routine care
Evidence Intelligence™
- ImpactScore™
- 50
- Neutral
- EvidenceScore™
- Emerging
- Score 59 · Based on 1 study
- ConsistencyScore™
- unclear
- Not enough independent studies
Supporting studies: Based on 1 study
Add to Evidence TrackerEvidence Intelligence™
- ImpactScore™
- 50
- Neutral
- EvidenceScore™
- Emerging
- Score 59 · Based on 1 study
- ConsistencyScore™
- unclear
- Not enough independent studies
Supporting studies: Based on 1 study
Add to Evidence TrackerEvidence Intelligence™
- ImpactScore™
- 75
- Positive
- EvidenceScore™
- Strong
- Score 79 · Based on 4 studies
- ConsistencyScore™
- 75
- consistent
Supporting studies: Based on 4 studies
Add to Evidence TrackerEvidence Intelligence™
- ImpactScore™
- 50
- Neutral
- EvidenceScore™
- Emerging
- Score 59 · Based on 1 study
- ConsistencyScore™
- unclear
- Not enough independent studies
Supporting studies: Based on 1 study
Add to Evidence TrackerEvidence Intelligence™
- ImpactScore™
- 50
- Neutral
- EvidenceScore™
- Emerging
- Score 59 · Based on 1 study
- ConsistencyScore™
- unclear
- Not enough independent studies
Supporting studies: Based on 1 study
Add to Evidence TrackerEvidence Intelligence™
- ImpactScore™
- 50
- Neutral
- EvidenceScore™
- Emerging
- Score 59 · Based on 1 study
- ConsistencyScore™
- unclear
- Not enough independent studies
Supporting studies: Based on 1 study
Add to Evidence TrackerEvidence Intelligence™
- ImpactScore™
- 50
- Neutral
- EvidenceScore™
- Emerging
- Score 59 · Based on 1 study
- ConsistencyScore™
- unclear
- Not enough independent studies
Supporting studies: Based on 1 study
Add to Evidence TrackerEvidence Intelligence™
- ImpactScore™
- 50
- Neutral
- EvidenceScore™
- Emerging
- Score 59 · Based on 1 study
- ConsistencyScore™
- unclear
- Not enough independent studies
Supporting studies: Based on 1 study
Add to Evidence TrackerEvidence Intelligence™
- ImpactScore™
- 50
- Neutral
- EvidenceScore™
- Emerging
- Score 59 · Based on 1 study
- ConsistencyScore™
- unclear
- Not enough independent studies
Supporting studies: Based on 1 study
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La Evidencia Sugiere
- Nurse-led intervention resulted in a -0.1% change in HbA1c, not statistically significant.
- Peer-assisted intervention showed a 0.1% change in HbA1c, also not statistically significant.
- No significant differences in metabolic markers like BMI and cholesterol levels.
A quién se aplica
- Adults diagnosed with Type 2 Diabetes.
- Participants seeking scalable diabetes education and support.
Tener en Cuenta
- Results may not apply to populations outside the study sample.
- Interventions did not show clinically meaningful changes in health outcomes.
- Future studies may need to explore different approaches or larger sample sizes.
Entre Líneas
- The study did not demonstrate significant effectiveness of the interventions.
- Sample size and participant characteristics may limit generalizability.
- Outcomes measured may not capture all aspects of diabetes management.
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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 Body Mass Index.
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Detailed evidenceDiabetes Self-Management Education and Support (DSMES) Programs → HbA1c
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- Score 79 · Based on 4 studies
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- Emerging
- Score 59 · Based on 1 study
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Detailed evidenceDiabetes Self-Management Education and Support (DSMES) Programs → Blood Pressure
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- ImpactScore™
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- Neutral
- EvidenceScore™
- Emerging
- Score 59 · Based on 1 study
- ConsistencyScore™
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- Not enough independent studies
Supporting studies: Based on 1 study
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Does Diabetes Self-Management Education and Support (DSMES) Programs improve fasting glucose?
Strong Evidence
Diabetes Self-Management Education and Support (DSMES) Programs may improve Fasting Glucose.
ConsistencyScore™: Results are generally consistent across studies.
Ranked evidence signals
- 1
Fasting blood sugar (FBS)
EvidenceScore™ Emerging | EvidenceScore™ 59.0 | neutral | ConsistencyScore™ Unclear | 1 study
Why this answer: This answer is based on 8 supporting studies with generally consistent results and a positive effect signal.
Limitations
- Population details are unavailable.
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
HbA1c
EvidenceScore™ Strong | EvidenceScore™ 79.0 | 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.
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- Population details are unavailable.
Does Diabetes Self-Management Education and Support (DSMES) Programs affect body mass index?
Strong Evidence
Diabetes Self-Management Education and Support (DSMES) Programs may improve Body Mass Index.
ConsistencyScore™: Results are mixed and should be interpreted cautiously.
Evidence caveat: The available evidence reports mixed findings.
Ranked evidence signals
- 1
BMI
EvidenceScore™ Emerging | EvidenceScore™ 59.0 | neutral | ConsistencyScore™ Unclear | 1 study
Why this answer: This answer is cautious because the available studies report mixed findings.
Limitations
- Population details are unavailable.
Does Diabetes Self-Management Education and Support (DSMES) Programs improve body composition?
Strong Evidence
Diabetes Self-Management Education and Support (DSMES) Programs appears to improve Body Composition.
ConsistencyScore™: Results are consistent across studies.
Ranked evidence signals
- 1
Waist circumference
EvidenceScore™ Emerging | EvidenceScore™ 59.0 | neutral | ConsistencyScore™ Unclear | 1 study
Why this answer: This answer is based on 6 supporting studies with consistent results and a positive effect signal.
Limitations
- Population details are unavailable.
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