Perspectives of patients with type 1 or insulin-treated type 2 diabetes on self-monitoring of blood glucose: a qualitative study

<p>Abstract</p> <p>Background</p> <p>Self-monitoring of blood glucose (SMBG), including self-regulation, is an important tool to achieve good glycemic control. However, many patients measure their glucose concentrations less often than is recommended. This study investi...

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Main Authors: Hortensius Johanna, Kars Marijke C, Wierenga Willem S, Kleefstra Nanne, Bilo Henk JG, van der Bijl Jaap J
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: BMC 2012-03-01
Series:BMC Public Health
Online Access:http://www.biomedcentral.com/1471-2458/12/167