We conclude that age≥60 years was an independent risk factor for
diabetes-related complications despite good control of cardiovascular
risk factors. Thus, T2D in the older patients was a significant cause of
morbidity in this country. It was very likely that good disease control
was only achieved after the onset of complications. The sequence of
onset of complications and disease control, the effect of uncontrolled
hypertension and hypoglycemia, however, requires further study. Our
findings should provide caution on the current recommended clinical
targets control in these patients who were already having more
longstanding diseases and complications. The goals of therapy have to
be re-strategized for safer and more holistic diabetes care including
having quality of life as one of the aims of treatment for elderly T2D.