Randomised Controlled Trial of Structured Personal Care of Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus

General practitioners (GPs) were recommended to perform regular follow up every three months and an annual screening for diabetic complications. The GP was requested to define, together with the patient, the best possible goals for blood glucose concentration, glycated haemoglobin (HbA1c), diastolic blood pressure, and lipids within three predefined categories. At each quarterly consultation, the GP was asked to compare the achievements with the goal and consider changing either goal or treatment accordingly. The doctors received annual descriptive feedback reports on individual patients. The GPs were introduced to possible solutions to therapeutic problems through clinical guidelines supported by an annual half day seminar. Patient leaflets were produced for the doctor to hand out.