Fig. 2From: Effects of continuity of care on health outcomes among patients with diabetes mellitus and/or hypertension: a systematic reviewSummary of reported outcomes with/without significant improvement related to continuity of care. Note: For detailed breakdown of study outcomes, please refer to Additional file 4. “Complications” refers to (but not limited to) onset of cardiovascular disease, end-stage renal disease etc.; “BP” refers to either systolic blood pressure, diastolic blood pressure and a combined target of both; HbA1c = Haemoglobin A1c; “Lipid profile” refers to either levels of low-density lipoprotein, high density lipoprotein, cholesterol or triglyceride; BMI = Body mass index; A&E = Accident and emergencyBack to article page