Structure of causes of death caused by diabetes mellitus in the Archangelsk region

Abstract

The direct causes of death of diabetics in the Archangelsk district in comparison with that in Russia are analyzed. Death certificates of 1991 to 1992 in the town of Archangelsk and statistical reports for the Archangelsk district are reviewed. Mortality caused by diabetes mellitus increased by 1.7 times over the period analyzed, this being paralleled by an increase of the total mortality. The peak of deaths caused by diabetes mellitus is observed in subjects aged 65 and older both in the urban and rural population of the Archangelsk district.