Type 2 & other diabetes

Beyond glycated haemoglobin: Modelling contemporary management of type 2 diabetes with the updated Cardiff model

Diabetes Obes MetabPublished Health economic modelling study

Authors' conclusion

Predictions based on a glucose-centric approach to therapy are likely to deviate from real-world observations. A holistic approach is more able to capture the nuances of contemporary clinical practice. T2D modelling must evolve to remain robust and relevant.

Study context

Population
Modelled newly diagnosed T2D population
Comparison
Holistic vs conventional approach to therapy selection/escalation
Outcome
Predicted outcomes and costs
Methodological detailsupdated Cardiff T2D model, risk factor progression equations based on UKPDS90, Cardio-kidney-metabolic benefits of SGLT2i and GLP-1 RA captured via novel risk equations derived from outcomes trial data
  • Updated Cardiff T2D model
  • Risk factor progression equations based on UKPDS90
  • Cardio-kidney-metabolic benefits of SGLT2i and GLP-1 RA captured via novel risk equations derived from outcomes trial data

Main finding

As reported in the abstract

  • Holistic approach enables early introduction of SGLT2i and GLP-1 RA in modelled pathways, aligned to guidelines and primarily due to elevated cardiovascular (CV) risk
  • Vs conventional approach (HbA1c only), fewer clinical events and additional health benefits with holistic approach

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Original publication

Beyond glycated haemoglobin: Modelling contemporary management of type 2 diabetes with the updated Cardiff model. Diabetes Obes Metab. Published 19 January 2025. doi:10.1111/dom.16141

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