Meta-Analysis of Risk Factors Associated with Diabetes in Pakistan: Random Effect Models Approach

Authors

  • Kanwal Saleem Lecturer, National University of Computer & Emerging Sciences, (FAST-NUCES), Lahore, Punjab, Pakistan
  • Rehan Ahmad Khan Sherwani Professor, University of the Punjab, Lahore, Punjab, Pakistan
  • Maham Faheem Lecturer, University of the Punjab, Lahore, Punjab, Pakistan

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.5281/zenodo.13889052

Keywords:

Diabetes, Meta-Analysis, Risk Factors, STATA, Metaprop , Random Effect Model

Abstract

Purpose: The aim of carrying this research was to figure out diabetes prevalence caused by different risk factors in Pakistan.

Design/Methodology/Approach: To achieve this objective, a huge search based on the research question was carried out and 19 studies got shortlisted. The studies were shortlisted on the basis of availability of full text, variables of interest and desired country. The study variables included BMI, age, family history, hypertension, physical activity and gender specific-prevalence of diabetes. Meta-analysis using STATA version 14.1 was applied to find out the pooled estimates. A command ‘metaprop’ was practiced to evaluate the pooled proportions with respect to different risk factors. Summary effect size was also estimated using Random effect models approach. Heterogeneity was assessed using Cochran’s Q test. Furthermore, In order to figure out the percentage of total variation caused by inter study deviation, I2 index was also evaluated.

Findings: Post analysis, high diabetes’ prevalence was noted in Punjab as compared to other provinces of Pakistan. Overall, the prevalence of diabetes was 3% in males and 4% in females. Moreover, 4% of the diabetic patients were exposed to hypertension. In addition to this, AJK had the least prevalence of diabetes. The analysis also showed that 4% patients had no family history of diabetes. For most of the variables, significant (p<0.001) inter-study and intra-study variation was observed.

Implications/Originality/Value: This research helps in defining the increased prevalence of diabetes in Pakistan which has become a public health challenge. Preventive measures and strategies to deal with this health emergency can further be developed.

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2024-09-30

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Saleem, K., Sherwani, R. A. K., & Faheem, M. . (2024). Meta-Analysis of Risk Factors Associated with Diabetes in Pakistan: Random Effect Models Approach. Pakistan Journal of Social Sciences, 44(3), 525-536. https://doi.org/10.5281/zenodo.13889052