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Sadeghi D, Motlagh MK, Darvish A, Daryaafzoon M, Mohamadnejad E, Molaei A, Montazerlotf P, Hosseini RSS. Comparative effect of physical health training and psychological training of the theory of reasoned action (TRA) model on the life quality of patients with diabetes in Tehran, Iran: utilization of message texting. BMC Endocr Disord 2024; 24:69. [PMID: 38745189 PMCID: PMC11095030 DOI: 10.1186/s12902-024-01598-1] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/17/2023] [Accepted: 05/06/2024] [Indexed: 05/16/2024] Open
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BACKGROUND AND PURPOSE Providing physical health and mental health training promotion is necessary for a sustainable change in attitude and lifestyle of diabetic patients. The present study was conducted with the aim of comparing the effect of physical health training and psychological training of the theory of reasoned action (TRA) model on the life quality of patients with type 2 diabetes. METHODS This experimental study was conducted in 2022 with two intervention groups and one control group consisting of 129 patients with type 2 diabetes who were referred to Imam Khomeini Hospital in Tehran. Over the course of one month, each individual in intervention group 1 received 15 text messages focusing on physical health, while intervention group 2 received 15 psychological text messages related to the TRA. The control group did not receive any text messages during this period. The data collection tool used was the "Audit of Diabetes-Dependent Quality of Life (ADDQoL)" questionnaire, which was completed by the participants before and after the intervention. The data were analyzed using SPSS version 16 software at a statistical significance level of 0.05. RESULTS In the intervention-1 group, the average life quality score was 8.51 units (P < 0.001), while in the intervention-2 group, it was 19.25 units (P < 0.001) higher than the control group. The psychological training group had a 17.62 units (P < 0.05) lower average fasting blood sugar (FBS) and a 10.74 units (P < 0.001) higher average quality of life compared to the physical training group. CONCLUSION The results of this study showed that the effectiveness of psychological training of the TRA model in improving life quality and reducing FBS in patients with diabetes is greater than physical health training. It is suggested that policy makers and health managers base future plans on physical health promotion training along with TRA model mental health training for the development of education in patients with diabetes. Specialists and healthcare workers can also act to improve personal health characteristics, especially those related to reducing FBS and increasing the quality of life of patients with diabetes, by using training through mobile phone text messages, particularly with psychological content TRA based.
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- Donya Sadeghi
- Faculty of Nursing and Midwifery, Tehran University of Medical Sciences, Tehran, Iran.
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- Deputy of Department of Medical Education, Tehran University of Medical Sciences, Tehran, Iran.
- Education Development Center, Tehran University of Medical Sciences, Tehran, Iran.
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- Department of Medical-Surgical Nursing, Faculty of Nursing and Midwifery, Tehran University of Medical Sciences, Tehran, Iran
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- Department of Health Psychology, Karaj Branch, Islamic Azad University, Karaj, Iran
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- Department of Medical-Surgical Nursing, Faculty of Nursing and Midwifery, Tehran University of Medical Sciences, Tehran, Iran
- Research Center for Antibiotic Stewardship and Antimicrobial Resistance, Tehran University of Medical Sciences, Tehran, Iran
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- Department of Epidemiology and Biostatistics, School of Public Health, Tehran University of Medical Sciences, Tehran, Iran
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- Non-Communicable Diseases Research Center, Endocrinology and Metabolism Population Sciences Institute, Tehran University of Medical Sciences, Tehran, Iran
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Philis-Tsimikas A, Aroda VR, De Block C, Billings LK, Liebl A, Sivarathinasami R, D’Cruz JM, Lingvay I. Higher Derived Time in Range With IDegLira Versus Insulin Glargine U100 in People With Type 2 Diabetes. J Diabetes Sci Technol 2024; 18:653-659. [PMID: 36710452 PMCID: PMC11089877 DOI: 10.1177/19322968221149041] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 01/31/2023]
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BACKGROUND Derived time in range (dTIR), calculated from self-monitored blood glucose (SMBG-dTIR) profiles, has demonstrated correlation with risk of cardiovascular and microvascular complications. This post hoc analysis of the DUAL V and DUAL VIII trials aimed to compare dTIR with an insulin degludec/liraglutide fixed-ratio combination (IDegLira) versus insulin glargine 100 units/mL (glargine U100) in people with type 2 diabetes (T2D). MATERIALS AND METHODS Nine-point SMBG profiles were taken more than 24 hours at baseline and end of trial (EOT: 26 weeks [DUAL V] and 104 weeks [DUAL VIII]) and used to derive the percentage of readings within target range (70-180 mg/dL). Estimated treatment differences (ETDs, IDegLira-glargine U100) were analyzed using analysis of covariance, with treatment as fixed effects and baseline response as a covariate. RESULTS ETDs for change from baseline to EOT in dTIR were significantly greater with IDegLira versus glargine U100 in DUAL V (4.18%, P = .027) and DUAL VIII (5.17%, P = .001). The proportions of people achieving ≥70% dTIR at EOT with IDegLira and glargine U100, respectively, were 62% and 60% in DUAL V (P = .7541), and 50% and 26% in DUAL VIII (P < .0001). The proportion achieving a ≥5% increase in dTIR from baseline to EOT with IDegLira and glargine U100 was 63% in both groups in DUAL V (P = .9043), and 44% and 25%, respectively, in DUAL VIII (P < .0001). CONCLUSIONS IDegLira was associated with significantly greater increases in dTIR versus basal insulin alone in people with T2D. TRIAL ID(S) ClinicalTrials.gov, NCT01952145 (DUAL V); ClinicalTrials.gov, NCT02501161 (DUAL VIII).
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- Brigham and Women’s Hospital, Harvard Medical School, Boston, MA, USA
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- Department of Endocrinology-Diabetology-Metabolism, Antwerp University Hospital, Faculty of Medicine and Health Sciences, University of Antwerp, Antwerp, Belgium
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- NorthShore University HealthSystem/University of Chicago Pritzker School of Medicine, Skokie, IL, USA
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- Center for Diabetes and Metabolism, m&i-Fachklinik, Bad Heilbrunn, Bad Heilbrunn, Germany
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- Novo Nordisk Service Centre India Private Ltd, Bangalore, India
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- The University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center, Dallas, TX, USA
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Lima RAD, Fernandes DR, Garcia RAC, Carvalho LADR, Silveira RCDCP, Teixeira CRDS. Correlation between time on target and glycated hemoglobin in people with diabetes mellitus: systematic review. Rev Lat Am Enfermagem 2023; 31:e4088. [PMID: 38055596 PMCID: PMC10695292 DOI: 10.1590/1518-8345.6655.4088] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/06/2023] [Accepted: 09/19/2023] [Indexed: 12/08/2023] Open
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to analyze the correlation between time on target and glycated hemoglobin in people living with diabetes mellitus and carrying out continuous blood glucose monitoring or self-monitoring of capillary blood glucose. systematic review of etiology and risk based on JBI guidelines and reported according to Preferred Reporting Items for Systematic Reviews and Meta- Analyses, covering six databases and grey literature. The sample included 16 studies and methodological quality was assessed using JBI tools. Protocol registered in the Open Science Framework, available at https://doi.org/10.17605/OSF.IO/NKMZB. time on target (70-180 mg/dl) showed a negative correlation with glycated hemoglobin, while time above target (>180 mg/dl) showed a positive correlation. Correlation coefficients ranged between -0.310 and -0.869 for time on target, and between 0.66 and 0.934 for time above target. A study was carried out on a population that performed self-monitoring. there is a statistically significant correlation between time on target and time above target with glycated hemoglobin. The higher the proportion in the adequate glycemic range, the closer to or less than 7% the glycated hemoglobin will be. More studies are needed to evaluate this metric with data from self-monitoring of blood glucose.
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- Rafael Aparecido Dias Lima
- Universidade de São Paulo, Escola de Enfermagem de Ribeirão Preto, Centro Colaborador de la OPS/OMS para el Desarrollo de la Investigación en Enfermería, Ribeirão Preto, SP, Brasil
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- Universidade de São Paulo, Escola de Enfermagem de Ribeirão Preto, Centro Colaborador de la OPS/OMS para el Desarrollo de la Investigación en Enfermería, Ribeirão Preto, SP, Brasil
- Becaria de la Coordenação de Aperfeiçoamento de Pessoal de Nível Superior (CAPES), Brasil
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- Universidade de São Paulo, Escola de Enfermagem de Ribeirão Preto, Centro Colaborador de la OPS/OMS para el Desarrollo de la Investigación en Enfermería, Ribeirão Preto, SP, Brasil
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- Universidade de São Paulo, Escola de Enfermagem de Ribeirão Preto, Centro Colaborador de la OPS/OMS para el Desarrollo de la Investigación en Enfermería, Ribeirão Preto, SP, Brasil
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- Universidade de São Paulo, Escola de Enfermagem de Ribeirão Preto, Centro Colaborador de la OPS/OMS para el Desarrollo de la Investigación en Enfermería, Ribeirão Preto, SP, Brasil
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Liu L, Ke W, Xu L, Li H, Liu J, Wan X, Liu J, Deng W, Cao X, Xiao H, Li Y. Evaluating the role of time in range as a glycemic target during short-term intensive insulin therapy in patients with newly diagnosed type 2 diabetes. J Diabetes 2023; 15:133-144. [PMID: 36650669 PMCID: PMC9934958 DOI: 10.1111/1753-0407.13355] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/13/2022] [Revised: 12/02/2022] [Accepted: 12/29/2022] [Indexed: 01/19/2023] Open
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BACKGROUND Tight glycemic control during short-term intensive insulin therapy (SIIT) is critical for inducing diabetes remission in patients with newly diagnosed type 2 diabetes (T2D). This work aimed to investigate the role of time in range (TIR) during SIIT as a novel glycemic target by predicting clinical outcomes. METHODS SIIT was given to 116 patients with newly diagnosed T2D, with daily eight-point capillary glucose monitored. Glycemic targets (fasting/premeal glucose, 3.9-6.0 mmol/L; 2 h postprandial blood glucose, 3.9-7.8 mmol/L) were achieved and maintained for 2 weeks. TIRPIR was calculated as the percentage of glucose points within these glycemic targets during the maintenance period and was compared to TIR3.9-7.8mmol/L and TIR3.9-10.0mmol/L . Acute insulin response (AIR), HOMA-IR, HOMA-B, and disposition index (DI) were measured. Patients were followed up for 1 year to observe clinical outcomes. RESULTS TIRPIR , TIR3.9-7.8mmol/L , and TIR3.9-10.0mmol/L were 67.2 ± 11.2%, 80.8 ± 9.2%, and 90.1 ± 6.2%, respectively. After SIIT, β-cell function and insulin sensitivity improved remarkably, and the 1-year remission rate was 55.2%. △AIR and △DI were positively correlated with all the TIR values, whereas only TIRPIR was correlated with △HOMA-IR (r = -0.22, p = 0.03). Higher TIRPIR but not TIR3.9-7.8mmol/L or TIR3.9-10.0mmol/L was robustly associated with diabetes remission; patients in the lower TIRPIR tertile had an elevated risk of hyperglycemia relapse (hazard ratio 3.4, 95% confidence interval 1.6-7.2, p = .001). Only those with TIRPIR ≥ 65% had a one-year remission rate of over 60%. CONCLUSIONS These findings advocate TIRPIR ≥ 65% as a novel glycemic target during SIIT for clinical decision-making.
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- Liehua Liu
- Department of Endocrinologythe First Affiliated Hospital of Sun Yat‐Sen UniversityGuangzhouChina
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- Department of Endocrinologythe First Affiliated Hospital of Sun Yat‐Sen UniversityGuangzhouChina
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- Department of Endocrinologythe First Affiliated Hospital of Sun Yat‐Sen UniversityGuangzhouChina
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- Department of Endocrinologythe First Affiliated Hospital of Sun Yat‐Sen UniversityGuangzhouChina
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- Department of Endocrinologythe First Affiliated Hospital of Sun Yat‐Sen UniversityGuangzhouChina
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- Department of Endocrinologythe First Affiliated Hospital of Sun Yat‐Sen UniversityGuangzhouChina
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- Endocrinology DepartmentEastern HealthMelbourneVictoriaAustralia
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- Department of Endocrinologythe First Affiliated Hospital of Sun Yat‐Sen UniversityGuangzhouChina
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- Department of Endocrinologythe First Affiliated Hospital of Sun Yat‐Sen UniversityGuangzhouChina
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- Department of Endocrinologythe First Affiliated Hospital of Sun Yat‐Sen UniversityGuangzhouChina
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- Department of Endocrinologythe First Affiliated Hospital of Sun Yat‐Sen UniversityGuangzhouChina
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Grady M, Cameron H, Holt E. Improved Glycemic Control Using a Bluetooth®-Connected Blood Glucose Meter and a Mobile Diabetes App: Real-World Evidence From Over 144 000 People With Diabetes. J Diabetes Sci Technol 2023:19322968221148764. [PMID: 36714954 DOI: 10.1177/19322968221148764] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 01/31/2023]
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BACKGROUND The OneTouch Verio Flex® (OTVF) blood glucose (BG) meter features a ColorSure® Range Indicator. Diabetes management is enhanced by connecting the meter to the OneTouch Reveal® (OTR) mobile app. We sought to provide real-world evidence (RWE) that combining both devices improves glycemic control. METHODS Anonymized glucose and app analytics were extracted from a server from over 144 000 people with diabetes (PWDs). Data from their first 14 days using OTVF and OTR were compared with 14 days prior to 90- and 180-day timepoints using paired within-subject differences. RESULTS In people with type 1 diabetes (PwT1D) or people with type 2 diabetes (PwT2D), readings in-range (RIR) improved by +6.1 (54.5% to 60.6%) and +11.9 percentage points (68.2% to 80.1%), respectively, over 180 days, and hyperglycemia was reduced by -6.6 (40.5% to 33.9%) and -12.0 (30.3% to 18.3%). In total, 35% of PwT1D and 40% of PwT2D improved RIR by >10 percentage points. People with type 1 diabetes spending two to four sessions or 10 to 20 minutes per week on the app improved RIR by +5.1 and 7.0, respectively. People with type 2 diabetes spending two to four sessions or 10 to 20 minutes per week on the app improved RIR by +11.6 and 12.0, respectively. In PwT1D or PwT2D, mean BG reduced by -11.4 and -19.5 mg/dL, respectively, from baseline to 180 days, with no clinically meaningful changes in percentage of hypoglycemic readings. All glycemic changes were statistically significant (P < .0005 level). CONCLUSION Real-world data from over 144 000 PWDs demonstrated improved percentage readings in-range and reduced hyperglycemia in PWDs using the OneTouch Verio Flex blood glucose meter and OneTouch Reveal app.
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Muacevic A, Adler JR, Amaral C, Cardoso MH. Application of the New "Points in Range" Metrics in the Assessment of In-Hospital Glycemic Control. Cureus 2023; 15:e34278. [PMID: 36855493 PMCID: PMC9968487 DOI: 10.7759/cureus.34278] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Accepted: 01/27/2023] [Indexed: 01/28/2023] Open
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Introduction Capillary blood glucose (CBG) monitoring remains the most used testing form in hospitals and allows for "points in range (PIR)" metric calculation. This study was conceived to evaluate the metabolic control in patients with diabetes mellitus (DM) at a hospital through PIR metrics. Methods This was an observational cross-sectional study conducted on October 9, 2020, that included non-critical adults admitted to Centro Hospitalar Universitário do Porto (except pregnant/postpartum women) with DM under CBG monitoring and a minimum of 24 hours of hospitalization. Glycemic control was evaluated by previous day CBG monitoring. Results The study sample consisted of 110 patients with DM (93.6% type 2) with a median number of CBG tests of 4.00 (1.00) and a median CBG of 166.20 (69.41) mg/dL, SD 41.93 ± 27.20 mg/dL, and variation coefficient of 22.56 ± 12.51%. Points below range were 0.5%, with 0% below 54 mg/dL. The points in ranges 70-140 mg/dL and 140-180 mg/dL were 32.8% and 22.0%, respectively, and the total number of patients with all points in range 70-180 mg/dL was 19 (17.3%), with only 3 (2.7%) having all points in range 140-180 mg/dL and 10 (9.1%) in range 70-140 mg/dL. Regarding points above range (PAR), 29.9% and 14.8% points were at levels 1 and 2 hyperglycemia, respectively, and 15 (13.6%) patients had all points above 180 mg/dL. Correlations were identified between PAR and the total number of CBG assessments (ρ = 0.689, p < 0.001). Conclusion We conclude that in-hospital glycemic control remains suboptimal: only few have adequate control according to the PIR metrics despite low glycemic variability. PIR metrics are a new, valuable, simple and valid way to take better advantage of CBG monitoring at no added cost.
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Ye J, Deng J, Liang W, Luo H, Wen M, Liu L, Wang M, Shu Y. Time in Range Assessed by Capillary Blood Glucose in Relation to Insulin Sensitivity and β-Cell Function in Patients with Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus: A Cross-Sectional Study in China. J Diabetes Investig 2022; 13:1825-1833. [PMID: 35739637 DOI: 10.1111/jdi.13876] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/17/2022] [Revised: 06/06/2022] [Accepted: 06/13/2022] [Indexed: 11/29/2022] Open
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AIMS This study investigated the association of capillary blood glucose (CBG)-assessed time in range (TIR) (3.9-10.0 mmol/L) with insulin sensitivity and islet β-cell function (BCF). MATERIALS AND METHODS We recruited 455 patients with type 2 diabetes mellitus. Seven-point glucose-profile data (pre- and 120-min post-main meals, bedtime) were collected over three consecutive days. Plasma glucose and serum insulin concentrations were measured at 0, 60, and 120 min after a 100-g standard steamed bread meal test. The homeostasis model assessment of insulin resistance (HOMA-IR) and Matsuda index were computed to evaluate insulin resistance (IR). HOMA of β-cell function (HOMA-β) and the area under the curve between insulin and blood glucose (IAUC0-120 /GAUC0-120 ) were used to estimate BCF. RESULTS TIR was positively correlated with 60- and 120-min insulin values, IAUC0-120 , the Matsuda index, HOMA-β, and IAUC0-120 /GAUC0-120 (rs : 0.154, 0.129, 0.137, 0.194, 0.341, and 0.334, respectively; P <0.05) but inversely correlated with HOMA-IR (rs : -0.239, P <0.001). After adjusting for confounders, multinomial multiple logistic regression analysis revealed that the odds ratios (ORs) of achieving the target TIR (>70%) increased by 12% (95% confidence interval [CI]: 3-21%), 7% (95% CI: 1-14%), 10% (95% CI: 5-16%), and 45% (95% CI: 25-68%) for each 10-mIU/L increase in 60- and 120-min insulin value, 10-unit increase in HOMA-β, and unit increase in IAUC0-120 /GAUC0-120 , respectively (P <0.05). Nevertheless, the OR decreased by 10% (95% CI: 1-18%) for each unit increase in HOMA-IR (P <0.05). CONCLUSIONS IR and BCF are related to CBG-assessed TIR.
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- Jingwen Ye
- Department of Endocrinology,the Sixth Affiliated Hospital, South China University of Technology, Guidan Road 120, Foshan, 528200, Guangdong Province, China
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- Department of Ophthalmology,the Sixth Affiliated Hospital, South China University of Technology, Guidan Road 120, Foshan, 528200, Guangdong Province, China
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- Department of Endocrinology,the Sixth Affiliated Hospital, South China University of Technology, Guidan Road 120, Foshan, 528200, Guangdong Province, China
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- Department of Endocrinology,the Sixth Affiliated Hospital, South China University of Technology, Guidan Road 120, Foshan, 528200, Guangdong Province, China
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- Department of Endocrinology,the Sixth Affiliated Hospital, South China University of Technology, Guidan Road 120, Foshan, 528200, Guangdong Province, China
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- Department of Endocrinology,the Sixth Affiliated Hospital, South China University of Technology, Guidan Road 120, Foshan, 528200, Guangdong Province, China
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- Department of Endocrinology,the Sixth Affiliated Hospital, South China University of Technology, Guidan Road 120, Foshan, 528200, Guangdong Province, China
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- Department of Endocrinology,the Sixth Affiliated Hospital, South China University of Technology, Guidan Road 120, Foshan, 528200, Guangdong Province, China
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Imrisek SD, Lee M, Goldner D, Nagra H, Lavaysse LM, Hoy-Rosas J, Dachis J, Sears LE. Effects of a Novel Blood Glucose Forecasting Feature on Glycemic Management and Logging in Adults With Type 2 Diabetes Using One Drop: Retrospective Cohort Study. JMIR Diabetes 2022; 7:e34624. [PMID: 35503521 PMCID: PMC9115662 DOI: 10.2196/34624] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/01/2021] [Revised: 12/01/2021] [Accepted: 04/16/2022] [Indexed: 11/13/2022] Open
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Background Personalized feedback is an effective behavior change technique frequently incorporated into mobile health (mHealth) apps. Innovations in data science create opportunities for leveraging the wealth of user data accumulated by mHealth apps to generate personalized health forecasts. One Drop’s digital program is one of the first to implement blood glucose forecasts for people with type 2 diabetes. The impact of these forecasts on behavior and glycemic management has not been evaluated to date. Objective This study sought to evaluate the impact of exposure to blood glucose forecasts on blood glucose logging behavior, average blood glucose, and percentage of glucose points in range. Methods This retrospective cohort study examined people with type 2 diabetes who first began using One Drop to record their blood glucose between 2019 and 2021. Cohorts included those who received blood glucose forecasts and those who did not receive forecasts. The cohorts were compared to evaluate the effect of exposure to blood glucose forecasts on logging activity, average glucose, and percentage of glucose readings in range, after controlling for potential confounding factors. Data were analyzed using analysis of covariance (ANCOVA) and regression analyses. Results Data from a total of 1411 One Drop users with type 2 diabetes and elevated baseline glucose were analyzed. Participants (60.6% male, 795/1311; mean age 50.2 years, SD 11.8) had diabetes for 7.1 years on average (SD 7.9). After controlling for potential confounding factors, blood glucose forecasts were associated with more frequent blood glucose logging (P=.004), lower average blood glucose (P<.001), and a higher percentage of readings in range (P=.03) after 12 weeks. Blood glucose logging partially mediated the relationship between exposure to forecasts and average glucose. Conclusions Individuals who received blood glucose forecasts had significantly lower average glucose, with a greater amount of glucose measurements in a healthy range after 12 weeks compared to those who did not receive forecasts. Glucose logging was identified as a partial mediator of the relationship between forecast exposure and week-12 average glucose, highlighting a potential mechanism through which glucose forecasts exert their effect. When administered as a part of a comprehensive mHealth program, blood glucose forecasts may significantly improve glycemic management among people living with type 2 diabetes.
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Parise M, Tartaglione L, Cutruzzolà A, Maiorino MI, Esposito K, Pitocco D, Gnasso A, Irace C. Teleassistance for Patients With Type 1 Diabetes During the COVID-19 Pandemic: Results of a Pilot Study. J Med Internet Res 2021; 23:e24552. [PMID: 33769945 PMCID: PMC8025914 DOI: 10.2196/24552] [Citation(s) in RCA: 15] [Impact Index Per Article: 5.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/24/2020] [Revised: 12/29/2020] [Accepted: 03/16/2021] [Indexed: 02/06/2023] Open
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Background Telemedicine use in chronic disease management has markedly increased during health emergencies due to COVID-19. Diabetes and technologies supporting diabetes care, including glucose monitoring devices, software analyzing glucose data, and insulin delivering systems, would facilitate remote and structured disease management. Indeed, most of the currently available technologies to store and transfer web-based data to be shared with health care providers. Objective During the COVID-19 pandemic, we provided our patients the opportunity to manage their diabetes remotely by implementing technology. Therefore, this study aimed to evaluate the effectiveness of 2 virtual visits on glycemic control parameters among patients with type 1 diabetes (T1D) during the lockdown period. Methods This prospective observational study included T1D patients who completed 2 virtual visits during the lockdown period. The glucose outcomes that reflected the benefits of the virtual consultation were time in range (TIR), time above range, time below range, mean daily glucose, glucose management indicator (GMI), and glycemic variability. This metric was generated using specific computer programs that automatically upload data from the devices used to monitor blood or interstitial glucose levels. If needed, we changed the ongoing treatment at the first virtual visit. Results Among 209 eligible patients with T1D, 166 completed 2 virtual visits, 35 failed to download glucose data, and 8 declined the visit. Among the patients not included in the study, we observed a significantly lower proportion of continuous glucose monitoring (CGM) and continuous subcutaneous insulin infusion (CSII) users (n=7/43, 16% vs n=155/166, 93.4% and n=9/43, 21% vs n=128/166, 77.1%, respectively; P<.001) compared to patients who completed the study. TIR significantly increased from the first (62%, SD 18%) to the second (65%, SD 16%) virtual visit (P=.02); this increase was more marked among patients using the traditional meter (n=11; baseline TIR=55%, SD 17% and follow-up TIR=66%, SD 13%; P=.01) than among those using CGM, and in those with a baseline GMI of ≥7.5% (n=46; baseline TIR=45%, SD 15% and follow-up TIR=53%, SD 18%; P<.001) than in those with a GMI of <7.5% (n=120; baseline TIR=68%, SD 15% and follow-up TIR=69%, SD 15%; P=.98). The only variable independently associated with TIR was the change of ongoing therapy. The unstandardized beta coefficient (B) and 95% CI were 5 (95% CI 0.7-8.0) (P=.02). The type of glucose monitoring device and insulin delivery systems did not influence glucometric parameters. Conclusions These findings indicate that the structured virtual visits help maintain and improve glycemic control in situations where in-person visits are not feasible.
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- Martina Parise
- Department of Experimental and Clinical Medicine, University Magna Graecia Catanzaro, Catanzaro, Italy
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- Department of Experimental and Clinical Medicine, University Magna Graecia Catanzaro, Catanzaro, Italy
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- Department of Advanced Medical and Surgical Science, University Vanvitelli, Napoli, Naples, Italy
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- Department of Advanced Medical and Surgical Science, University Vanvitelli, Napoli, Naples, Italy
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- Department of Advanced Medical and Surgical Science, University Magna Graecia Catanzaro, Naples, Italy
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- Department of Health Science, University Magna Graecia Catanzaro, Catanzaro, Italy
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