Amira Ali Juma Al Shaibi

Ministry of health, Oman

Title: Depression and Health-Related Quality of Life Among Patients with Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus Attending Primary Diabetic Center

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Biography

Abstract

Introduction: Type-2 diabetes mellitus represents a significant global health concern as there is an emerging recognition of its impact on mental health, particularly depression. Understanding the psychosocial aspects of T2DM is crucial, as they can significantly influence the overall well-being and quality of life of affected individuals.

Objectives: The main purpose of the study is to examine the level of depression and health-related quality of life among patients with type 2 diabetes attending Diabetes Center and the relationship between depression and health-related quality of life.

Methodology: This is a quantitative non-clinical, cross-sectional investigation involving a population of diabetic type 2 patients visiting the diabetic center for follow up who are selected by convenience sampling technique. A self-administered questionnaire was used to assess the level of depression (PHQ-9) and theEQ-5D-5L, which assess health related to quality of life.

Results: total number of 55 participants involved in the study, socio-economic with clinical characteristic were determined. The average of depression prevalence was 9.09%, the level of health-related quality of life was 60.3% and the correlation coefficient between PH and EQ-5D was -0.9624 which is significant.

Conclusion: There is negative significant correlation between depression and health related quality of life among diabetic patient type 2, who are attending Sur Diabetic Center in South Sharqiya Region.