Frequency of Dementia in Type II Diabetes Mellitus

Abstract

Background: Diabetes mellitus is the most prevailing non- communicable diseases worldwide. It is the main reason of morbidity and mortality. Cognitive dysfunction is one of the major complications associated with diabetes. It is a risk factor for cognitive decline as the duration of diabetes progress and if accompanied by hypoglycemic attacks.

Aim: To determine the frequency of dementia in patients suffering from type II diabetes mellitus.

Study design: Descriptive cross-sectional study

Place and duration of study: Medical Department, Khyber Teaching Hospital, Peshawar from 1^st March 2019 to 30^th September 2019

Methodology: Two hundred and thirty five male and female patients suffering from diabetes mellitus from past 2 years were enrolled. The subjects were clinically assessed through history and physical examination.

Results: The mean age was 60±10.26 years with 42% male patients and 58% female patients. 12% of patients had dementia where as in 88% of patients it was not observed.

Conclusion: The frequency of dementia in patients suffering from type II diabetes mellitus is 12%.

Key words: Diabetes, Dementia, Hypoglycemia