Osi-Chidera-John/Real-World-Analysis-of-Type-2-Diabetes-Trends-in-Awka-Nigeria

Real-world healthcare analytics project analyzing Type 2 Diabetes prevalence, gender patterns, age distribution, hospitalization trends, and treatment costs using clinical diagnosis data collected from a teaching hospital in Awka, Nigeria. # Demographic and Economic Patterns of Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus Among Patients Attending a Tertiary Hospital in Awka, Nigeria (2023–2024) ## Abstract Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus (T2DM) remains one of the fastest-growing non-communicable diseases globally, contributing substantially to morbidity, mortality, and healthcare expenditure. Understanding local demographic patterns is essential for effective prevention, early detection, and healthcare planning. This retrospective hospital-based study analyzed Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus records obtained from Amaku Teaching Hospital, Awka, Anambra State, Nigeria, between January 2023 and February 2024. Using Microsoft Power BI, demographic distributions, hospitalization trends, and treatment-related costs were explored through interactive visual analytics. A total of **322 diabetes diagnosis records** were identified and analyzed. Older adults represented the highest proportion of cases (**48%**), followed by young adults (**29%**) and middle-aged adults (**23%**). The average treatment cost was approximately **₦52,000**, while the average hospitalization duration was **15 days**. The findings align with global evidence reported by the World Health Organization (WHO) and International Diabetes Federation (IDF), highlighting age-related increases in diabetes prevalence and important gender-based differences across life stages. --- ## Dashboard Preview ### Overall Dashboard --- ### Older Adults Dashboard (>55 Years) --- # Background Diabetes Mellitus is a chronic metabolic disorder characterized by elevated blood glucose levels resulting from impaired insulin production, insulin action, or both. According to the WHO and IDF, Type 2 Diabetes accounts for approximately 90–95% of all diabetes cases globally. Ageing, urbanization, sedentary lifestyles, obesity, dietary habits, and hormonal changes are recognized risk factors contributing to increasing diabetes prevalence worldwide. Despite the growing burden of diabet …