Effectiveness of a High-risk Diabetic Patients Program

Effectiveness of a High-risk Diabetic Patients Program

The purpose of this study is to determine whether case management for type 2 diabetic patients with target-organ damage improves quality of care compared to usual care.

Inclusion Criteria:

• Patients with diabetes mellitus
• Age between 18 and 80 years old
• Target organ damage (either macrovascular or microvascular)
• Patient's acceptance to participate

Exclusion Criteria:

• Moderate to severe dementia
• Life expectancy lower than one year
• Justified negative from primary care physician to intervene the patient.