Lipid control in adult Chinese patients with type 2 diabetes: a retrospective analysis of time trends and geographic regional differences

[1] There is a lack of large-scale studies regarding time trends and geographical variations in lipid concentrations and lipid control among Chinese adults with type 2 diabetes. [...]we conducted a study on time trends and geographical variations in lipid concentrations and lipid control in this population using the China National HbA1c Surveillance System (CNHSS) database of adult Chinese outpatients with type 2 diabetes during 2009 to 2013. Inadequate lipid control in type 2 diabetes was defined as total cholesterol (TC) concentration of ≥4.50 mmol/L, low-density lipoprotein cholesterol (LDL-C) concentration of ≥2.60 mmol/L, or triglyceride (TG) concentration of ≥1.70 mmol/L. [4] Regional differences in lipid abnormities may be associated with lipid-lowering agents, low socioeconomic status, and unhealthy lifestyle choices, such as poor diet, limited exercise, smoking, and obesity. [...]our findings also indicate that poor blood pressure, HbA1c control among patients in North and Northeast regions. [...]measures to improve control of lipid parameters, blood pressure, and HbA1c are needed to reduce CVD-related morbidity and mortality in Chinese patients with type 2 diabetes, especially in the North and Northeast regions.