Persistent glycemic deterioration after the COVID-19 pandemic: A large cohort analysis stratifying by care settings, specialties, and gender disparities in Chengdu, China

The COVID-19 pandemic resulted in persistent glycemic deterioration, particularly affecting outpatient management, acute care settings, and vulnerable demographic groups. These findings highlight critical gaps in diabetes care resilience and underscore the need for targeted interventions in high-risk settings and strengthened support systems for susceptible populations.