Self-Monitoring Patterns Among Type 2 Diabetic Patients in Nigerian Cities: An Evaluation of Diabetes Technology Usage

Self-monitoring of blood glucose levels is crucial for managing Type 2 diabetes effectively. A cross-sectional study design with structured questionnaire surveys conducted across five major Nigerian cities. Participants used their glucose meters an average of 4.5 times per day, with a significant proportion (60%) indicating daily monitoring as essential for diabetes management. The majority of participants viewed self-monitoring as vital for disease control but acknowledged challenges in maintaining consistent usage. Healthcare providers should encourage regular use and provide support to ensure effective diabetes management through technology. Type 2 Diabetes, Self-Monitoring, Nigerian Cities, Technology Usage Treatment effect was estimated with logit(pᵢ)=β₀+β^ Xᵢ, and uncertainty reported using confidence-interval based inference.