Study populations
Bulgaria, in 2016, had an estimated population of 7.1m with 14% under the age of 15 years and 20% over the age of 65 years. Over the next few decades, the total population is expected to decrease by 27% with a marked change in the age distribution. By 2050, those under the age of 15 years will make up 15% of the total population whereas 29% will be 65 years or older.
Alongside the ageing population, diabetes prevalence is increasing – with the most recent statistics reporting 459,200 people living with the condition and an estimated 199,000 undiagnosed cases.
Report & Infographic
Time of presentation for screening with an ophthamologist
(Ophthamologists n=6)
- In time for screening
- When visual problems have already occurred
- Too late for effective treatment
Percentage of health care providers who share patient data with other professionals to optimize patient care
(All providers n=6)
- Yes
- No
- Don’t know
Complications adults with diabetes were most concerned about
(Adults with diabetes n=28)
- Vision loss
- Amputation
- Neuropathy
Frequency of discussions about eye complications with health care providers
(Adults with diabetes n=29)
- Every visit
- Multiple times per year
- Once a year
- When symptoms arise
- Never
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