Application of System Dynamics on Chronic Disease Management

Abstract

Objective To explore the application of System Dynamics modeling methods on chronic disease management in China.And to establish causal loops model of chronic disease management mechanism.Methods Literature analysis,systems thinking and system dynamics modeling methods were used to analyze the progression of diabetes mellitus,diabetes mellitus management mechanism and its effects,also the relationships of them.Results The causal loops model of diabetes mellitus management mechanism was built.Conclusions The theory and methods of system dynamics can be used in chronic disease management evaluation of China,and it has exceptional superiority.