Description: This publication develops a computer simulation model to predict the progression of type 2 diabetes and its complications, including cardiovascular disease, neuropathy, and kidney disease. Using epidemiologic data and clinical studies, the model estimates long-term outcomes, quality of life, and healthcare costs to evaluate the effectiveness and cost-effectiveness of different diabetes prevention and treatment strategies.

Citation: Zhou H, Isaman DJ, Messinger S, Brown MB, Klein R, Brandle M, Herman WH. A computer simulation model of diabetes progression, quality of life, and cost. Diabetes Care. 2005 Dec;28(12):2856-63. doi: 10.2337/diacare.28.12.2856. PMID: 16306545.