- EvidenceScore™
- Moderate
- Score 69 · Based on 2 studies
- ImpactScore™
- 50
- Neutral
- ConsistencyScore™
- 35
- mixed
Telemedicine support improves diabetes control
Última actualización 7 de julio de 2026
Key finding
The intervention group showed significantly better HbA1c values compared to the control group at both 12 and 24 months (12 M: -0.52 (-0.73; -0.32), p < .000).
A study found that combining telephone coaching with telemedicine support significantly improved long-term glycemic control in individuals with type 2 diabetes.
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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
A study found that combining telephone coaching with telemedicine support significantly improved long-term glycemic control in individuals with type 2 diabetes.
Clinical relevance
Improving glycemic control is crucial for managing type 2 diabetes and preventing complications. This study suggests that integrating telemedicine with personalized coaching can be an effective strategy for enhancing patient outcomes, potentially leading to better long-term health and reduced healthcare costs.
Keep in mind
The effectiveness of the intervention remains unclear due to limited evidence. Sample size and demographic diversity may affect generalizability. Potential confounding factors were not fully controlled.
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Annalena D, Katja VS, Martin H, Susanne Z, M. CP, Christiane W. Combined telephone coaching with telemedicine support improves long-term glycemic control in type 2 diabetes. Journal of Diabetes and Metabolic Disorders. 2023;23(1):519-532. doi:10.1007/s40200-023-01290-6
Efectos Principales
The intervention group demonstrated a significant reduction in HbA1c at 12 months (-0.52%, p < .000).
At 24 months, the intervention group continued to show better HbA1c levels (-0.38%, p = .001).
No significant change in BMI was observed in the intervention group at 12 months.
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Evidence Context
This study contributes evidence to Lifestyle intervention for prediabetes and BMI, HbA1c.
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Primary intervention
Lifestyle intervention for prediabetes
Primary outcomes
- BMI
- HbA1c
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- Contributes to 2 evidence relationships
- Includes primary outcome data
- Linked to 2 direct semantic evidence topics
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HbA1c Reduction
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- EvidenceScore™
- 83
- Strong
- ImpactScore™
- 85
- Very Positive
- ConsistencyScore™
- 86
- consistent
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La Evidencia Sugiere
- The intervention group had a 0.52% decrease in HbA1c at 12 months.
- HbA1c levels remained significantly lower at 24 months with a 0.38% decrease.
- No significant BMI changes were reported in the intervention group.
A quién se aplica
- Adults diagnosed with type 2 diabetes.
- Individuals seeking to improve their glycemic control through lifestyle changes.
Tener en Cuenta
- Results may not apply to all populations due to sample characteristics.
- The study did not measure long-term sustainability of the intervention effects.
- Further research is needed to confirm findings and explore effectiveness in diverse settings.
Entre Líneas
- The effectiveness of the intervention remains unclear due to limited evidence.
- Sample size and demographic diversity may affect generalizability.
- Potential confounding factors were not fully controlled.
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Relationships organized using the Dediabetes Evidence Intelligence™ framework.
This study contributes to evidence on Lifestyle intervention for prediabetes and HbA1c, Lifestyle intervention for prediabetes and Body Mass Index.
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Lifestyle intervention for prediabetes → HbA1c
Behavioral & Lifestyle
- EvidenceScore™
- 83
- Strong
- ImpactScore™
- 85
- Very Positive
- ConsistencyScore™
- 86
- consistent
Lifestyle intervention for prediabetes → Body Mass Index
Behavioral & Lifestyle
- EvidenceScore™
- Moderate
- Score 69 · Based on 2 studies
- ImpactScore™
- 50
- Neutral
- ConsistencyScore™
- 35
- mixed
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HbA1c Evidence Hub
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Measures HbA1c as a key outcome.
Lifestyle intervention for prediabetes Evidence Hub
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Contributes to Lifestyle intervention for prediabetes evidence base.
Body Mass Index Evidence Hub
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Measures Body Mass Index as a key outcome.
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Does Lifestyle intervention for prediabetes improve HbA1c?
Lifestyle intervention for prediabetes appears to improve HbA1c.
ConsistencyScore™: Results are consistent across studies.
Ranked evidence signals
- 1
HbA1c
EvidenceScore™ Strong | EvidenceScore™ 83.2 | strong positive | ConsistencyScore™ Consistent | 1 study
Why this answer: This answer is based on a single supporting study.
Limitations
- Only one supporting study is available.
- Population details are unavailable.
Does Lifestyle intervention for prediabetes affect bmi?
Current evidence does not show a clear benefit of Lifestyle intervention for prediabetes for BMI.
ConsistencyScore™: Results are mixed and should be interpreted cautiously.
Ranked evidence signals
- 1
BMI
EvidenceScore™ Moderate | EvidenceScore™ 69.0 | neutral | ConsistencyScore™ Mixed | 1 study
Why this answer: This answer is cautious because the available studies report mixed findings.
Limitations
- Only one supporting study is available.
- Population details are unavailable.
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