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Rapini N, Martino M, Arnaldi C, Deodati A, Anagnostopoulou L, Amodeo ME, Ciampalini P, Pampanini V, Lorubbio A, Tosini D, Cianfarani S, Schiaffini R. Efficacy and safety of advanced hybrid closed loop systems in children with type 1 diabetes younger than 6 years. Front Endocrinol (Lausanne) 2024; 15:1382920. [PMID: 38836230 PMCID: PMC11148265 DOI: 10.3389/fendo.2024.1382920] [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: 02/06/2024] [Accepted: 04/19/2024] [Indexed: 06/06/2024] Open
Abstract
Background Tight glycemic control is essential for the normal growth and development of preschool children. The aim of our study was to evaluate the impact of advanced hybrid closed loop (AHCL) systems in a real-life setting in children younger than 6 years. Methods We conducted a two-center prospective study. We enrolled 19 patients with a median age at disease onset of 2.6 years [interquartile range (IQR) 1.6; 4.4] and a median disease duration of 1.4 years (IQR 0.9; 2.8) who were switched to AHCL from multiple daily injections or open-loop insulin therapy and with a 6-month follow-up. Clinical data, sensor glycemic metrics, and pump settings were collected and analyzed. Results After 6 months of follow-up, there was a significant reduction in median HbA1c (p = 0.0007) and glucose management indicator (p = 0.03). A reduction in both mild (>180 mg/dL) (p = 0.04) and severe (>250 mg/dL) (p = 0.01) hyperglycemia was observed after 1 month of auto mode, and in mild hyperglycemia, it persisted up to 6 months (p = 0.02). A small increase in time below range (<70 mg/dL) was observed (p = 0.04) without a significant difference in time <54 mg/dL (p = 0.73). Time in range increased significantly, reaching a 10% increment (p = 0.03) compared with baseline. A significant reduction in the average sensor glucose was observed (p = 0.01) while coefficient of glucose variability (CV%) remained stable (p = 0.12). No episodes of ketoacidosis or severe hypoglycemia have been recorded. Conclusion AHCL systems are effective and safe for children younger than 6 years and should be considered as a valid therapeutic option from diabetes onset.
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- Novella Rapini
- Endocrinology and Diabetes Unit, Bambino Gesù Children’s Hospital, IRCCS, Scientific Institute for Research, Hospitalization and Health Care, Rome, Italy
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- Endocrinology and Diabetes Unit, Bambino Gesù Children’s Hospital, IRCCS, Scientific Institute for Research, Hospitalization and Health Care, Rome, Italy
- PhD Program in Immunology, Molecular Medicine and Applied Biotechnologies, University of Rome ‘Tor Vergata’, Rome, Italy
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- Endocrinology and Diabetes Unit, Bambino Gesù Children’s Hospital, IRCCS, Scientific Institute for Research, Hospitalization and Health Care, Rome, Italy
- Department of Systems Medicine, University of Rome ‘Tor Vergata’, Rome, Italy
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- Endocrinology and Diabetes Unit, Bambino Gesù Children’s Hospital, IRCCS, Scientific Institute for Research, Hospitalization and Health Care, Rome, Italy
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- Endocrinology and Diabetes Unit, Bambino Gesù Children’s Hospital, IRCCS, Scientific Institute for Research, Hospitalization and Health Care, Rome, Italy
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- Endocrinology and Diabetes Unit, Bambino Gesù Children’s Hospital, IRCCS, Scientific Institute for Research, Hospitalization and Health Care, Rome, Italy
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- Endocrinology and Diabetes Unit, Bambino Gesù Children’s Hospital, IRCCS, Scientific Institute for Research, Hospitalization and Health Care, Rome, Italy
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- Endocrinology and Diabetes Unit, Bambino Gesù Children’s Hospital, IRCCS, Scientific Institute for Research, Hospitalization and Health Care, Rome, Italy
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- Pediatric Diabetes Unit, ASL Viterbo, Viterbo, Italy
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- Endocrinology and Diabetes Unit, Bambino Gesù Children’s Hospital, IRCCS, Scientific Institute for Research, Hospitalization and Health Care, Rome, Italy
- Department of Systems Medicine, University of Rome ‘Tor Vergata’, Rome, Italy
- Department of Women’s and Children’s Health, Karolinska Institutet, Stockholm, Sweden
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- Endocrinology and Diabetes Unit, Bambino Gesù Children’s Hospital, IRCCS, Scientific Institute for Research, Hospitalization and Health Care, Rome, Italy
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Sundberg F, deBeaufort C, Krogvold L, Patton S, Piloya T, Smart C, Van Name M, Weissberg-Benchell J, Silva J, diMeglio LA. ISPAD Clinical Practice Consensus Guidelines 2022: Managing diabetes in preschoolers. Pediatr Diabetes 2022; 23:1496-1511. [PMID: 36537520 PMCID: PMC10108244 DOI: 10.1111/pedi.13427] [Citation(s) in RCA: 19] [Impact Index Per Article: 9.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/29/2022] [Accepted: 09/30/2022] [Indexed: 12/24/2022] Open
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- Frida Sundberg
- The Queen Silvia Childrens Hospital, Sahlgrenska University Hospital, Gothenburg, Sweden.,Department of Pediatrics, Sahlgrenska Academy, Gothenburg University, Gothenburg, Sweden
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- Clinique Pédiatrique, Centre Hospitalier de Luxembourg, Luxembourg, Luxembourg.,Department of Pediatric Endocrinology, Universitair Ziekenhuis Brussel-Vrije Universiteit Brussel, Brussels, Belgium
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- Paediatric Department, Oslo University Hospital, Oslo, Norway
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- Center for Healthcare Delivery Science, Nemours Children's Health, Jacksonville, Florida, USA
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- Department of Paediatrics & Child Health, School of Medicine, College of Health Sciences Makerere University, Kampala, Uganda
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- Department of Paediatric Endocrinology and Diabetes, John Hunter Children's Hospital and School of Health Sciences, University of Newcastle, Newcastle, New South Wales, Australia
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- Department of Psychiatry and Behavioral Sciences, Ann & Robert H. Lurie Children's Hospital of Chicago, Feinberg School of Medicine, Northwestern University, Chicago, Illinois, USA
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- SummitStone Health Partners, Fort Collins, Colorado, USA
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- Riley Hospital for Children, Indiana University School of Medicine, Indianapolis, Indiana, USA
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Tenorio FS, Martins LEG, da Silva GSP, Martins CB, Neves ALD, Cunha TS. The Relationship Between Different Bench Test Methodologies and Accuracy of Insulin Infusion Pumps: A Systematic Literature Review. Ann Biomed Eng 2022; 50:1255-1270. [PMID: 35953739 DOI: 10.1007/s10439-022-03027-7] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/19/2022] [Accepted: 07/17/2022] [Indexed: 11/01/2022]
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Diabetes technology has rapidly evolved, and insulin infusion pumps (IIPs) have gained worldwide acceptance in diabetes care. The safety of medical equipment is highly discussed, imposing complex challenges in its use. The accuracy of IIPs can be determined through laboratory tests, generally following the IEC 60601-2-24 protocol. Studies have evaluated the accuracy and precision of IIPs, and there are discrepant results. So, we conducted a Systematic Literature Review to assess the methodologies used to evaluate the accuracy of IIPs, organizing the findings in a compiled perspective. The methodology was based on Kitchenham and Biolchini guidelines, and when possible it was carried out the Bayesian meta-analyses to compare the accuracy of IIPs. Most studies used the microgravimetric technique to evaluate the device accuracy, and some proposed adaptations for the standard protocol. The variation of results was recurrent, and the establishment of a protocol, especially to evaluate patch pumps, is necessary. The present study gives enough data to understand the scenario of the IIPs evaluation, as well as the different protocols that can be explored for its evaluation. This highlights the need for a reliable, practical, and low-cost methodology to assist the evaluation of IIPs.
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- Instituto de Ciência e Tecnologia, Universidade Federal de São Paulo, São José dos Campos, Brazil.
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Wilcocks CP, Enlow P, Wasserman R, Wysocki T, Lee J, Aroian K, Pierce JS. Development and Evaluation of the Pediatric Diabetes Routine Questionnaire for Parents of Young Children with Type 1 Diabetes. J Clin Psychol Med Settings 2022; 30:216-226. [PMID: 35716238 DOI: 10.1007/s10880-022-09888-3] [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: 05/23/2022] [Indexed: 11/29/2022]
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This study describes the development and psychometric evaluation of the Pediatric Diabetes Routines Questionnaire for Parents of Young Children (PDRQ-PYC) with type 1 diabetes, a measure adapted from the school-age and adolescent versions of the PDRQ, to measure diabetes-specific routines in families with children under age 6 years with type 1 diabetes. Participants included 173 parents of young children with type 1 diabetes (YC-T1D) who completed measures of diabetes-specific routines, diabetes adjustment, self-efficacy, benefit finding, depression, child behavior problems, spousal support, and T1D treatment engagement. Exploratory factor analysis supported a one-factor model consisting of a unidimensional PDRQ-PYC total score. The PDRQ-PYC total score demonstrated good internal consistency, convergent validity, and criterion validity. The present study demonstrates that PDRQ-PYC is a valuable and feasible tool for measuring the consistency and regularity with which families of YC-T1D perform T1D management tasks. Along with the school-age and adolescent versions of the PDRQ, the PDRQ-PYC now provides the ability to assess diabetes-specific routines from early childhood through adolescence and findings support the notion that routines are associated with engagement in diabetes tasks.ClinicalTrials.gov Identifier NCT03222180 (first posted July 19, 2017).
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- Chelsea P Wilcocks
- Division of Behavioral Health, Nemours Children's Hospital Delaware, Wilmington, DE, USA
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- Center for Healthcare Delivery Science, Nemours Children's Health, Wilmington, DE, USA.,Sidney Kimmel Medical College at Thomas Jefferson University, Philadelphia, PA, USA
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- Center for Healthcare Delivery Science, Nemours Children's Health, 6900 Lake Nona Blvd, Orlando, FL, 32827, USA.,University of Central Florida College of Medicine, Orlando, FL, USA
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- Center for Healthcare Delivery Science, Nemours Children's Health, Jacksonville, FL, USA
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- Pediatric Endocrinology, Susan B. Meister Child Health Evaluation and Research Center, University of Michigan, Ann Arbor, MI, USA
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- University of Central Florida College of Nursing, Orlando, FL, USA
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- Center for Healthcare Delivery Science, Nemours Children's Health, 6900 Lake Nona Blvd, Orlando, FL, 32827, USA. .,University of Central Florida College of Medicine, Orlando, FL, USA.
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Sales Luis M, Alcafache M, Ferreira S, Fitas AL, Simões Pereira J, Caramalho Í, Lopes L, Limbert C. Children with type 1 diabetes of early age at onset - immune and metabolic phenotypes. J Pediatr Endocrinol Metab 2019; 32:935-941. [PMID: 31280235 DOI: 10.1515/jpem-2019-0103] [Citation(s) in RCA: 5] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/24/2019] [Accepted: 05/27/2019] [Indexed: 12/28/2022]
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Objectives We aimed to evaluate children with type 1 diabetes (T1D) with early age at onset (EAO) for clinical, immune and metabolic features in order to identify age-related disease phenotypes. Methods Comparative study of two groups of T1D children: EAO (≤5 years) and later age at onset (LAO; >5 years), regarding the presence of other autoimmune (AI) diseases, diabetes ketoacidosis and immunologic profile at onset and metabolic data 1 year after diagnosis. Statistical analysis was performed with significance set for p < 0.05. Results The study included 137 children (EAO = 52, mean age 3.6 ± 1.5 [mean ± standard deviation (SD)] and LAO = 85, mean age 10.4 ± 2.9). EAO was more associated with concomitant AI diseases (p = 0.032). Despite no differences in disease onset, EAO presented with lower C-peptide levels (p = 0.01) and higher absolute lymphocyte number (p < 0.0001), with an inverse correlation between these two variables (p = 0.028). Additionally, the EAO group had a higher frequency of serum detection of three antibodies (Abs) (p = 0.0008), specifically insulin Abs (p = 0.0001). One year after diagnosis, EAO had higher total daily insulin (TDI) dose (p = 0.008), despite similar hemoglobin A1c (HbA1c). Conclusions Our data show an association of EAO T1D with more AI diseases, higher number of Abs, lower initial insulin reservoir and higher insulin requirements 1 year after diagnosis. In this group, immune imbalance seems more evident and disease progression faster, probably reflecting distinct "immune environment" with different ages at disease onset. Further studies in the field of immunogenetics and immune tolerance are required, to improve patient stratification and find novel targets for therapeutic intervention.
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- Madalena Sales Luis
- Paediatric Endocrinology and Diabetology Unit, Hospital de Dona Estefânia, Centro Hospitalar de Lisboa Central, Lisbon, Portugal.,Paediatric Unit, Hospital São Francisco Xavier, Centro Hospitalar de Lisboa Ocidental, Lisbon, Portugal
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- Paediatric Endocrinology and Diabetology Unit, Hospital de Dona Estefânia, Centro Hospitalar de Lisboa Central, Lisbon, Portugal
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- Paediatric Endocrinology and Diabetology Unit, Hospital de Dona Estefânia, Centro Hospitalar de Lisboa Central, Lisbon, Portugal
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- Paediatric Endocrinology and Diabetology Unit, Hospital de Dona Estefânia, Centro Hospitalar de Lisboa Central, Lisbon, Portugal
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- Paediatric Endocrinology and Diabetology Unit, Hospital de Dona Estefânia, Centro Hospitalar de Lisboa Central, Lisbon, Portugal.,Endocrinology Unit, Instituto Português de Oncologia, Lisbon, Portugal
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- Paediatric Endocrinology and Diabetology Unit, Hospital de Dona Estefânia, Centro Hospitalar de Lisboa Central, Lisbon, Portugal
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- Paediatric Endocrinology and Diabetology Unit, Hospital de Dona Estefânia, Centro Hospitalar de Lisboa Central, Lisbon, Portugal
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Piffaretti C, Mandereau-Bruno L, Guilmin-Crepon S, Choleau C, Coutant R, Fosse-Edorh S. Trends in childhood type 1 diabetes incidence in France, 2010-2015. Diabetes Res Clin Pract 2019; 149:200-207. [PMID: 30439385 DOI: 10.1016/j.diabres.2018.11.005] [Citation(s) in RCA: 24] [Impact Index Per Article: 4.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/04/2018] [Revised: 10/24/2018] [Accepted: 11/05/2018] [Indexed: 01/21/2023]
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AIMS To estimate type 1 diabetes incidence in children in France and its evolution between 2010 and 2015, based on comprehensive medico-administrative databases. METHODS The algorithm built to identify new cases of type 1 diabetes selected children aged between 6 months and 14 years who had at least one hospital stay for diabetes, followed by their first insulin treatment, excluding children suffering from another form of diabetes. Age and sex specific annual incidence rates were estimated and time trend was analyzed using Poisson regression. RESULTS A total of 12 067 children were identified as newly diagnosed with type 1 diabetes and the annual incidence rates increased between 2010 and 2015 (from 15.4 [95% Confidence Interval: 14.7; 16.1] to 19.1 [18.3; 19.9] per 100 000 person-years), among boys and girls, and in each age group (4 and under, 5-9, 10-14 year olds). The annual rate of increase was 4.0% [3.4; 4.6]. This trend was not significantly different between each gender, and each age group. CONCLUSIONS Valid database information on disease incidence is essential for healthcare planning and provides a valuable resource for health research. An increase of the incidence rate of type 1 diabetes in children was highlighted in both sexes and in all age groups.
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- Clara Piffaretti
- Santé publique France, The French National Public Health Agency, 12 rue du Val d'Osne, 94410 Saint Maurice, France.
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- Santé publique France, The French National Public Health Agency, 12 rue du Val d'Osne, 94410 Saint Maurice, France
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- Clinical Epidemiology Unit and Endocrinology and Diabetology Service, University Hospital Robert Debré at Assistance publique - Hôpitaux de Paris, 48 Bd Sérurier, 75019 Paris, France
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- AJD (Aide aux Jeunes Diabétiques), Help to the Young Diabetics, 38 Rue Eugène Oudiné, 75013 Paris, France
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- Pediatric Endocinology Service, University Hospital of Angers, 4 Rue Larrey, 49100 Angers, France
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- Santé publique France, The French National Public Health Agency, 12 rue du Val d'Osne, 94410 Saint Maurice, France
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Kelly CS, Berg CA. Close relationships and diabetes management across the lifespan: The good, the bad, and autonomy. J Health Psychol 2018; 26:226-237. [PMID: 30318922 DOI: 10.1177/1359105318805815] [Citation(s) in RCA: 3] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/15/2022] Open
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Relationships are linked with positive and negative self-management and illness outcomes for individuals with type 1 diabetes. Explanations for these mixed associations have remained separated in psychosocial research in type 1 diabetes by relationship type (e.g. parent vs spouse) and individual's age (e.g. adolescence vs older adulthood). In this conceptual review, we present a novel perspective that close relationships across the lifespan may be beneficial for illness self-management when they support individuals' sense of autonomy, defined from a Basic Psychological Needs perspective. Processes of autonomy support are crucial for promoting illness management across all ages and relationship types.
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Sundberg F, Barnard K, Cato A, de Beaufort C, DiMeglio LA, Dooley G, Hershey T, Hitchcock J, Jain V, Weissberg-Benchell J, Rami-Merhar B, Smart CE, Hanas R. ISPAD Guidelines. Managing diabetes in preschool children. Pediatr Diabetes 2017; 18:499-517. [PMID: 28726299 DOI: 10.1111/pedi.12554] [Citation(s) in RCA: 60] [Impact Index Per Article: 8.6] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/06/2016] [Revised: 05/14/2017] [Accepted: 05/31/2017] [Indexed: 01/09/2023] Open
Affiliation(s)
- Frida Sundberg
- The Queen Silvia Children's Hospital, Sahlgrenska University Hospital, Gothenburg, Sweden.,Institute of Clinical Sciences, Department of Pediatrics, Sahlgrenska Academy, Gothenburg University, Gothenburg, Sweden
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- Faculty of Health and Social Sciences, Bournemouth University, Bournemouth, UK
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- Neurology Division, Nemours Children's Health System, Jacksonville, Florida
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- Clinique Pediatrique, Centre Hospitalier de Luxembourg (CHL), Luxembourg, Luxembourg.,Department of Pediatrics, UZ Brussels, Jette, Belgium
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- Department of Pediatrics, Section of Pediatric Endocrinology/Diabetology, Indiana University School of Medicine, Indianapolis, Indiana
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- Psychiatry Department, Washington University School of Medicine, St. Louis, Missouri.,Radiology Department, Washington University School of Medicine, St. Louis, Missouri
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- Pediatric Endocrinology Division, Department of Pediatrics, All India Institute of Medical Sciences, New Delhi, India
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- Northwestern University Feinberg School of Medicine, Chicago, Illinois.,Ann and Robert H. Lurie Children's Hospital of Chicago, Chicago, Illinois
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- Department of Pediatric and Adolescent Medicine, Medical University of Vienna, Vienna, Austria
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- Department of Endocrinology, John Hunter Children's Hospital and University of Newcastle, Newcastle, Australia
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- Institute of Clinical Sciences, Department of Pediatrics, Sahlgrenska Academy, Gothenburg University, Gothenburg, Sweden.,Department of Pediatrics, NU Hospital Group, Uddevalla, Sweden
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Toddlers with type 1 diabetes have distinctive combination of challenges to their families and healthcare providers. A major factor is the difficulty in achieving metabolic control without risking hypoglycemia. The rising incidence of type 1 diabetes in toddlers increases the magnitude of the problem and creates a greater need for providing specialized service to cater for this age group's unique need. Type 1 has a specific disease nature in younger children and its clinical presentation mimics common childhood diseases. Symptoms and signs in the newly presented toddler with diabetes might be unspecific causing diagnosis to be missed or delayed. With the low cognitive ability and immature communication, toddlers might not be able to express their ill-feeling resulting from hypoglycemia or hyperglycemia. Hypoglycemia fear is common, which aggravates stress and reduces adherence to strict metabolic control. Nocturnal hypoglycemia is more common in toddlers and can be undiagnosed unless continuous glucose monitoring is used. Insulin administration and adjustment can be challenging due to pain, fear, refusal, and frequent intercurrent illness. Glucose monitoring is crucial. However, it can be distressing to the child and difficult to adhere to due to commitment or financial reasons. Insulin pump therapy is proven to be an effective and a safe method of treatment for toddlers, but it requires intensive training, resources, and long-term support. Provision of multidisciplinary team with special expertise in managing toddlers with diabetes is essential. Providing more physiological insulin regimes and customized technology is required to improve treatment compliance and diabetes control.
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- Asma Deeb
- Paediatric Endocrinology Department, Mafraq Hospital , Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates
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Katte JC, Djoumessi R, Njindam G, Fetse GT, Dehayem M, Kengne AP. New-onset diabetic ketoacidosis in a 13-months old african toddler: a case report. Pan Afr Med J 2015; 22:293. [PMID: 26966489 PMCID: PMC4769064 DOI: 10.11604/pamj.2015.22.293.7581] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.1] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/22/2015] [Accepted: 11/14/2015] [Indexed: 11/11/2022] Open
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Type 1 diabetes mellitus is very rare in infants and toddlers and is usually associated with high mortality when complicated with diabetic ketoacidosis (DKA). Toddlers in DKA are often missed in our typical African setting where there is low index of suspicion. Usually, the classical symptoms are not usually at the forefront and many infants and toddlers who develop DKA are mistreated for infections. The case of a 13-months old toddler with new-onset type 1 diabetes mellitus, complicated with DKA at diagnosis is reported in view of its rarity and elevated mortality even when diagnosed in our African setting. She was subsequently treated with intravenous insulin and was passed over to subcutaneous insulin after the eradication of ketones in urine. She continues follow-up at the out-patient children diabetes clinic at the Bafoussam Regional Hospital.
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- Jean-Claude Katte
- Bafoussam Regional Hospital, Ministry of Public Health, Bafoussam, Cameroon
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- Bafoussam Regional Hospital, Ministry of Public Health, Bafoussam, Cameroon
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- Bafoussam Regional Hospital, Ministry of Public Health, Bafoussam, Cameroon
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- Bafoussam Regional Hospital, Ministry of Public Health, Bafoussam, Cameroon
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- Yaoundé Central Hospital, Diabetes and Metabolic Disease Unit, Cameroon
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- Department of Medicine, Faculty of Health Sciences, University of Cape Town, Cape Town, South Africa; Non-communicable Disease Research Unit, South African Medical Research Council& University of Cape Town, PO Box 19070, Tygerberg, Cape Town 7505, South Africa
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The association of age, illness severity, and glycemic status in a pediatric intensive care unit. Pediatr Crit Care Med 2011; 12:e386-90. [PMID: 21478792 DOI: 10.1097/pcc.0b013e3182192c53] [Citation(s) in RCA: 20] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/15/2022]
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OBJECTIVE Tight glycemic control in critically ill children is controversial. The benefits of controlling hyperglycemia may be offset by the risk of hypoglycemia on the immature brain. Both age and severity of illness may influence the risks and benefits of tight glycemic control. We hypothesize that rates of hypoglycemia (blood glucose <60 mg/dL) and hyperglycemia (blood glucose >150 mg/dL) in children will correlate with age and illness severity. DESIGN Retrospective chart review. SETTING Thirty-two-bed university-affiliated pediatric intensive care unit. PATIENTS Children <19 yrs old admitted between January and September 2006. INTERVENTIONS None. MEASUREMENTS AND MAIN RESULTS We recorded all blood glucose measurements for up to 10 days of each pediatric intensive care unit visit and assessed rates of hypoglycemia and hyperglycemia based on age, medical vs. surgical therapy, length of stay, therapeutic intervention (Therapeutic Intervention Scoring System), and illness severity (Pediatric Risk of Mortality III). A total of 8853 blood glucose values in 616 patients were recorded. Spontaneous hypoglycemia was noted in 18.8% of patients <1 yr compared with 5.1% to 11.3% of patients in older age groups. Hyperglycemia occurred in 47% of patients <1 yr, which increased to 58.9% in patients 13-18 yrs. Rates of hypoglycemia were not affected by medical/surgical status. Surgical patients had an increased risk of hyperglycemia. Rates of hypo- and hyperglycemia increased with higher Pediatric Risk of Mortality III, Therapeutic Intervention Scoring System, length of stay, and days of mechanical ventilation. Increased rates of hypo-/hyperglycemia were observed in patients who died. CONCLUSIONS The youngest patients are at higher risk for spontaneous hypoglycemia, whereas hyperglycemia occurs more often in the older ages. Higher rates of hypo-/hyperglycemia were noted in sicker patients and in those requiring more therapeutic interventions. Our results suggest that special consideration should be given to the safety of the youngest patients given their higher risk of hypoglycemia if an investigation of tight glycemic control is performed.
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