Abstract
Ninety-one patients over 60 year old with type 2 diabetes mellitus (T2DM) were selected from our outpatient department. The patients of experimental group uploaded their blood glucose data detected with glucometers, and obtained integrated management called Mobile Health(M-health) management such as medicines, diet, exercise from medical groups. The patients of control group got medical care in a traditional way without receiving other interventions. Regular follow-up was conducted in 2 groups every 3 months. The results showed that 3 months later, postprandial 2h plasma glucose in the experimental group was significantly improved compared with that of control group (P<0.05). Six months later, postprandial 2h plasma glucose and HbA1C levels in the experimental group showed a decline comparing to the baseline, showing a statistical significance compared with control group (P<0.05). These results suggest that smartphone-based telemedicine is helpful of blood glucose control in elderly T2DM patients. (Chin J Endocrinol Metab, 2017, 33: 841-844) Key words: Elderly diabetes mellitus; Mobile telemedicine; Mobile health
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