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Chang YT, Tu YZ, Chiou HY, Lai K, Yu NC. Real-world Benefits of Diabetes Management App Use and Self-monitoring of Blood Glucose on Glycemic Control: Retrospective Analyses. JMIR Mhealth Uhealth 2022; 10:e31764. [PMID: 35704371 PMCID: PMC9244648 DOI: 10.2196/31764] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/03/2021] [Revised: 12/23/2021] [Accepted: 04/21/2022] [Indexed: 11/19/2022] Open
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Background Among self-care measures, the self-monitoring of blood glucose (SMBG) is a critical component for checking blood glucose levels. In addition, there is growing evidence suggesting that digital technologies are being adopted as an additional method for health care systems to increase patient contact. However, for patients with non–insulin-treated diabetes mellitus type 2 (DMT2), the value of SMBG was inconsistent among studies, and the evidence for digital technologies from real-world clinical practice is still limited. Objective Our study aimed to assess patients with non–insulin-treated DMT2 who were receiving care from a single clinic and analyze whether the use of a diabetes management app and SMBG behavior would affect glycemic control in a real-world clinical setting. Methods We collaborated with a large clinic focused on diabetes care in Taiwan that had been using the Health2Sync mobile app and web-based Patient Management Platform to collect the data. The patients were divided into 2 groups (app-engaged-user group and only-data-uploader group) according to different activities in the app, and blood glucose was recorded every month from 1 to 6 months after registration in the app. A sample of 420 patients was included in the analysis, and a linear mixed model was built to investigate which factors affected the patients’ blood glucose percentage change. Results Using the mixed model coefficient estimates, we found that the percentage change was significantly negative when the only-data-uploader group was set as the baseline (t=–3.873, df=1.81 × 104; P<.001 for the patients of the app-engaged-user group). We found that for patients with shorter diabetes duration, their blood glucose decreased more than patients with longer diabetes duration (t=2.823, df=1.71 × 104; P=.005 for the number of years of diabetes duration). In addition, we found that for younger patients, their blood glucose decreased more than older patients (t=2.652, df=1.71 × 104; P=.008 for the age of the patients). Furthermore, the patients with an education level of junior high school or lower saw a significantly greater decrease in blood glucose percentage change than the patients with an education level of senior high school or higher (t=4.996, df=1.72 × 104; P<.001 for the patients with an education level of senior high school or higher). We also found that the count of blood glucose measured enlarged the decrease along the interaction months (t=–8.266, df=1.97 × 104; P<.001 for the nth month × the count of blood glucose in the nth month). Lastly, the gender of the patients did not significantly affect the percentage change (t=0.534, df=1.74 × 104; P=.59 for female patients). Conclusions Our analysis showed the following: the blood glucose percentage change of the patients in the app-engaged-user group dropped more than that in the only-data-uploader group; shorter diabetes duration is associated with a steeper decrease in the patients’ blood glucose percentage change; the percentage decrease in blood glucose change in younger patients is greater than older patients; the blood glucose percentage change of the patients with an education level of junior high school or lower dropped more than those with an education level of senior high school or higher; and the more frequently the patients test SMBG each month, the greater the decrease in the patients’ blood glucose percentage. Further studies can be performed to consider the differences in daily behaviors such as exercise and diet across the patients and whether these factors could have vital effects on glycemic control.
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- Neng Chun Diabetes Clinic, Medical & Health in Lotung, Yilan, Taiwan
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Wang JS, Lo SH, Yeh YP, Hwu CM, Huang CN, Hsieh CH, Sheu WHH. Distinct associations of self-monitoring of blood glucose with glycemic control and hypoglycemia between groups of recently diagnosed and long-term follow-up type 2 diabetes: The Taiwan Diabetes Registry. Int J Clin Pract 2021; 75:e14410. [PMID: 34048138 DOI: 10.1111/ijcp.14410] [Citation(s) in RCA: 5] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/09/2021] [Accepted: 05/25/2021] [Indexed: 12/14/2022] Open
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BACKGROUND We investigated the uses and frequency of self-monitoring of blood glucose (SMBG) with glycemic control and hypoglycemia in two groups of type 2 diabetes (T2D) (recently diagnosed and long-term follow-up) using real-world data in Taiwan (the Taiwan Diabetes Registry). METHODS Patients with T2D recently diagnosed within 6 months (n = 3297, mean age 54.4 ± 13.9 years) and T2D patients with long-term follow-up (n = 1201, mean age 65.5 ± 12.1 years, mean diabetes duration 14.3 ± 7.8 years) from the Taiwan Diabetes Registry were analysed. All patients were interviewed by certified diabetes educators. Information about SMBG and hypoglycemia was recorded. Demography, personal history, and laboratory data were obtained from electronic medical records. Logistic regression analyses were used to examine the associations of SMBG with glycated haemoglobin (HbA1c) <7% and hypoglycemia. RESULTS Mean HbA1c values were 8.4 ± 2.5 and 7.6 ± 1.4%, respectively, in the recently diagnosed and long-term follow-up T2D groups. The self-reported rates of hypoglycemic events within 3 months were 10.5% and 19.0%, respectively. SMBG was associated with higher odds of HbA1c <7% (OR 1.21, 95% CI 1.01-1.44) in patients with recently diagnosed T2D, but with lower odds of HbA1c <7% in T2D patients with long-term follow-up (OR 0.60, 95% CI 0.44-0.82). In both study populations, SMBG was independently associated with hypoglycemia (OR 3.90 [95% CI 2.99-5.08] and OR 3.93 [95% CI 2.73-5.66], respectively). The aforementioned findings were consistent across the strata of SMBG frequency. CONCLUSION We reported different associations between SMBG and glycemic control in patients recently diagnosed with T2D and in T2D patients with long-term follow-up. SMBG was associated with higher detection of hypoglycemic episodes in both study populations.
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- Jun-Sing Wang
- Division of Endocrinology and Metabolism, Department of Internal Medicine, Taichung Veterans General Hospital, Taichung, Taiwan
- Department of Medicine, School of Medicine, National Yang-Ming University, Taipei, Taiwan
- Ph.D. Program in Translational Medicine, National Chung Hsing University, Taichung, Taiwan
- Rong Hsing Research Center for Translational Medicine, Institute of Biomedical Science, National Chung Hsing University, Taichung, Taiwan
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- Tao-Yuan General Hospital, Ministry of Health and Welfare, Taoyuan City, Taiwan
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- Changhua County Public Health Bureau, Changhua, Taiwan
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- Department of Medicine, School of Medicine, National Yang-Ming University, Taipei, Taiwan
- Section of Endocrinology and Metabolism, Department of Medicine, Taipei Veterans General Hospital, Taipei, Taiwan
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- Institute of Medicine, Chung Shang Medical University Hospital, Taichung, Taiwan
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- Division of Endocrinology and Metabolism, Department of Internal Medicine, Tri-Service General Hospital, Taipei, Taiwan
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- Division of Endocrinology and Metabolism, Department of Internal Medicine, Taichung Veterans General Hospital, Taichung, Taiwan
- Department of Medicine, School of Medicine, National Yang-Ming University, Taipei, Taiwan
- Section of Endocrinology and Metabolism, Department of Medicine, Taipei Veterans General Hospital, Taipei, Taiwan
- Institute of Medical Technology, College of Life Science, National Chung-Hsing University, Taichung, Taiwan
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Pintaudi B, Fresa R, Dalfrà M, Dodesini AR, Vitacolonna E, Tumminia A, Sciacca L, Lencioni C, Marcone T, Lucisano G, Nicolucci A, Bonomo M, Napoli A. The risk stratification of adverse neonatal outcomes in women with gestational diabetes (STRONG) study. Acta Diabetol 2018; 55:1261-1273. [PMID: 30221320 DOI: 10.1007/s00592-018-1208-x] [Citation(s) in RCA: 48] [Impact Index Per Article: 8.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/25/2018] [Accepted: 08/06/2018] [Indexed: 01/10/2023]
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AIMS To assess the risk of adverse neonatal outcomes in women with gestational diabetes (GDM) by identifying subgroups of women at higher risk to recognize the characteristics most associated with an excess of risk. METHODS Observational, retrospective, multicenter study involving consecutive women with GDM. To identify distinct and homogeneous subgroups of women at a higher risk, the RECursive Partitioning and AMalgamation (RECPAM) method was used. Overall, 2736 pregnancies complicated by GDM were analyzed. The main outcome measure was the occurrence of adverse neonatal outcomes in pregnancies complicated by GDM. RESULTS Among study participants (median age 36.8 years, pre-gestational BMI 24.8 kg/m2), six miscarriages, one neonatal death, but no maternal death was recorded. The occurrence of the cumulative adverse outcome (OR 2.48, 95% CI 1.59-3.87), large for gestational age (OR 3.99, 95% CI 2.40-6.63), fetal malformation (OR 2.66, 95% CI 1.00-7.18), and respiratory distress (OR 4.33, 95% CI 1.33-14.12) was associated with previous macrosomia. Large for gestational age was also associated with obesity (OR 1.46, 95% CI 1.00-2.15). Small for gestational age was associated with first trimester glucose levels (OR 1.96, 95% CI 1.04-3.69). Neonatal hypoglycemia was associated with overweight (OR 1.52, 95% CI 1.02-2.27) and obesity (OR 1.62, 95% CI 1.04-2.51). The RECPAM analysis identified high-risk subgroups mainly characterized by high pre-pregnancy BMI (OR 1.68, 95% CI 1.21-2.33 for obese; OR 1.38 95% CI 1.03-1.87 for overweight). CONCLUSIONS A deep investigation on the factors associated with adverse neonatal outcomes requires a risk stratification. In particular, great attention must be paid to the prevention and treatment of obesity.
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- Basilio Pintaudi
- SSD Diabetes Unit, Niguarda Cà Granda Hospital, 20162, Milan, Italy.
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- Endocrinology and Diabetes Unit, ASL Salerno, Salerno, Italy
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- Department of Medicine and Aging, D'Annunzio University, Chieti-Pescara, Italy
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- Department of Clinical and Experimental Medicine, Endocrinology Section, University of Catania, Catania, Italy
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- Department of Clinical and Experimental Medicine, Endocrinology Section, University of Catania, Catania, Italy
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- SSD Diabetes Unit, Niguarda Cà Granda Hospital, 20162, Milan, Italy
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- S. Andrea Hospital, Sapienza University, Rome, Italy
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Nanayakkara N, Pease AJ, Ranasinha S, Wischer N, Andrikopoulos S, de Courten B, Zoungas S. Younger people with Type 2 diabetes have poorer self-care practices compared with older people: results from the Australian National Diabetes Audit. Diabet Med 2018; 35:1087-1095. [PMID: 29729055 DOI: 10.1111/dme.13660] [Citation(s) in RCA: 26] [Impact Index Per Article: 4.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Accepted: 04/27/2018] [Indexed: 11/26/2022]
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AIM This cross-sectional study compares the self-care practices of younger and older people with Type 2 diabetes. METHODS Data were analysed from the Australian National Diabetes Audit (ANDA) including 2552 adults with Type 2 diabetes from Australian Diabetes Centres. Pre-specified demographic and clinical variables were obtained. Self-care variables (physical activity, following dietary recommendations, medication adherence and monitoring blood glucose levels) were compared in people ≤ 64 and > 64 years of age. RESULTS Mean age (± sd) of participants was 63 ± 13 years overall, 53 ± 9 years for the younger group and 73 ± 6 years for the older group. A greater proportion of younger people had HbA1c levels > 53 mmol/mol (> 7.0%) (76% vs. 68%), reported difficulty following dietary recommendations (50% vs. 32%) and forgetting medications (37% vs. 22%) compared with older people (all P-values <0.001). A smaller proportion of younger compared with older people reported monitoring their blood glucose levels as often as recommended (60% vs. 70%, P < 0.001). Similar proportions of people aged ≤ 64 and > 64 years required insulin therapy (59% vs. 57%, P = 0.200). Younger age was associated with a twofold increase in the odds of not following the recommended self-care practices after adjustment for gender, smoking, insulin therapy, depression and allied health attendance (all P < 0.001). CONCLUSIONS Despite shorter diabetes duration, younger age was associated with worse glycaemic control and poorer diabetes self-care practices among people with Type 2 diabetes. Targeted strategies are required to optimize diabetes self-care practices and thereby glycaemic control.
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- N Nanayakkara
- School of Public Health and Preventive Medicine, Monash University, Clayton, Victoria, Australia
- Diabetes and Vascular Medicine Unit, Monash Health, Clayton, Victoria, Australia
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- School of Public Health and Preventive Medicine, Monash University, Clayton, Victoria, Australia
- Diabetes and Vascular Medicine Unit, Monash Health, Clayton, Victoria, Australia
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- School of Public Health and Preventive Medicine, Monash University, Clayton, Victoria, Australia
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- School of Public Health and Preventive Medicine, Monash University, Clayton, Victoria, Australia
- National Association Diabetes Centres, Sydney, Australia
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- School of Public Health and Preventive Medicine, Monash University, Clayton, Victoria, Australia
- National Association Diabetes Centres, Sydney, Australia
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- School of Public Health and Preventive Medicine, Monash University, Clayton, Victoria, Australia
- Diabetes and Vascular Medicine Unit, Monash Health, Clayton, Victoria, Australia
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- School of Public Health and Preventive Medicine, Monash University, Clayton, Victoria, Australia
- Diabetes and Vascular Medicine Unit, Monash Health, Clayton, Victoria, Australia
- The George Institute for Global Health, Camperdown, New South Wales, Australia
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Houle J, Beaulieu MD, Chiasson JL, Lespérance F, Côté J, Strychar I, Bherer L, Meunier S, Lambert J. Glycaemic control and self-management behaviours in Type 2 diabetes: results from a 1-year longitudinal cohort study. Diabet Med 2015; 32:1247-54. [PMID: 25581545 DOI: 10.1111/dme.12686] [Citation(s) in RCA: 38] [Impact Index Per Article: 4.2] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/22/2014] [Revised: 10/21/2014] [Accepted: 01/06/2015] [Indexed: 12/17/2022]
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AIM To better understand the associations between changes in self-management behaviours and glycaemic control. METHODS We conducted a prospective observational study of 295 adult patients with Type 2 diabetes evaluated at baseline, 6 and 12 months. Four self-management behaviours were evaluated using the Summary of Diabetes Self-Care Activities instrument, which assesses healthy diet, physical activity, medication taking and self-monitoring of blood glucose. Using hierarchical linear regression models, we tested whether changes in self-management behaviours were associated with short-term (6-month) or long-term (12-month) changes in glycaemic control, after controlling for demographic and clinical characteristics. RESULTS Improved diet was associated with a decrease in HbA1c level, both at 6 and 12 months. Improved medication taking was associated with short-term improvement in glycaemic control, while increased self-monitoring of blood glucose frequency was associated with a 12-month improvement in HbA1c . Completely stopping exercise after being physically active at baseline was associated with a rise in HbA1c level at 6-month follow-up. Interaction analysis indicated that a healthy diet benefitted all participant subgroups, but that medication taking was associated with glycaemic control only for participants living in poverty and more strongly for those with lower educational levels. Finally, a higher self-monitoring of blood glucose frequency was associated with better glycaemic control only in insulin-treated participants. CONCLUSIONS Even after adjusting for potential confounders (including baseline HbA1c ), increased frequency of healthy diet, medication taking and self-monitoring of blood glucose were associated with improved HbA1c levels. These self-management behaviours should be regularly monitored to identify patients at risk of deterioration in glycaemic control. Barriers to optimum self-management should be removed, particularly among socio-economically disadvantaged populations.
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- J Houle
- Department of Psychology, Université du Québec à Montréal, Montréal, Quebec, Canada
- Centre de recherche du Centre hospitalier universitaire de l'Université de Montréal, Montréal, Quebec, Canada
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- Centre de recherche du Centre hospitalier universitaire de l'Université de Montréal, Montréal, Quebec, Canada
- Department of Family and Emergency Medicine, Université de Montréal, Montréal, Quebec, Canada
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- Centre de recherche du Centre hospitalier universitaire de l'Université de Montréal, Montréal, Quebec, Canada
- Department of Medicine, Université de Montréal, Montréal, Quebec, Canada
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- Centre de recherche du Centre hospitalier universitaire de l'Université de Montréal, Montréal, Quebec, Canada
- Department of Psychiatry, Université de Montréal, Montréal, Quebec, Canada
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- Centre de recherche du Centre hospitalier universitaire de l'Université de Montréal, Montréal, Quebec, Canada
- Faculty of Nursing, Université de Montréal, Montréal, Quebec, Canada
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- Centre de recherche du Centre hospitalier universitaire de l'Université de Montréal, Montréal, Quebec, Canada
- Department of Nutrition, Université de Montréal, Montréal, Quebec, Canada
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- PERFORM Centre, Concordia University, Montréal, Quebec, Canada
- Institut de Gériatrie de Montréal, Montréal, Quebec, Canada
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- Department of Psychology, Université du Québec à Montréal, Montréal, Quebec, Canada
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- Department of Social and Preventive Medicine, School of Public Health, Université de Montréal, Montréal, Quebec, Canada
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Chowdhury S, Ji L, Suwanwalaikorn S, Yu NC, Tan EK. Practical approaches for self-monitoring of blood glucose: an Asia-Pacific perspective. Curr Med Res Opin 2015; 31:461-76. [PMID: 25629789 DOI: 10.1185/03007995.2015.1005832] [Citation(s) in RCA: 12] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/23/2022]
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Comprehensive glycemic control is necessary to improve outcomes and avoid complications in individuals with diabetes. Self-monitoring of blood glucose (SMBG) is a key enabler of glycemic assessment, providing real-time information that complements HbA1c monitoring and supports treatment optimization. However, SMBG is under-utilized by patients and physicians within the Asia-Pacific region, because of barriers such as the cost of monitoring supplies, lack of diabetes self-management skills, or concerns about the reliability of blood glucose readings. Practice recommendations in international and regional guidelines vary widely, and may not be detailed or specific enough to guide SMBG use effectively. This contributes to uncertainty among patients and physicians about how best to utilize this tool: when and how often to test, and what action(s) to take in response to high or low readings. In developing a practical SMBG regimen, the first step is to determine the recommended SMBG frequency and intensity needed to support the chosen treatment regimen. If there are practical obstacles to monitoring, such as affordability or access, physicians should identify the most important aspects of glycemic control to target for individual patients, and modify monitoring patterns accordingly. This consensus paper proposes a selection of structured, flexible SMBG patterns that can be tailored to the clinical, educational, behavioral, and financial requirements of individuals with diabetes.
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- Subhankar Chowdhury
- Institute of Post Graduate Medical Education and Research and Seth Sukhlal Karnani Memorial Hospital , Kolkata , India
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Chung YS, Kim Y, Lee CH. Effectiveness of the smart care service for diabetes management. Healthc Inform Res 2014; 20:288-94. [PMID: 25405065 PMCID: PMC4231179 DOI: 10.4258/hir.2014.20.4.288] [Citation(s) in RCA: 9] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.9] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/02/2014] [Revised: 10/23/2014] [Accepted: 10/27/2014] [Indexed: 01/15/2023] Open
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Objectives The aim of this study was to assess the effectiveness of the Smart Care service for the diabetes management. Methods Fifty-six patients with diabetes mellitus were recruited in Daegu, Korea. All participants completed a diabetes management education course (diet, exercise, and complications) for their self-care and received access to a care management website through a netbook and smartphone. The website accepts uploads of glucose level, body weight, HbA1c, low-density lipoprotein cholesterol level, and blood pressure. Participants communicated with the care manager through the internal management system of the website. The intervention was applied for 6 months. Results Participants receiving the Smart Care service had lower blood glucose and HbA1c during 6 months follow-up when 1-month values (p < 0.001) were compared. There was no significant difference in body weight and body mass index between 1 month and 6 months. The average number of remote consultation with the Smart Care service per person was 10.4 by nurses, 3.0 by nutritionists, and 1.6 by sports curers. Regression analysis indicated that the number of times counseling was offered by nurses influences body weight and that the number of minutes of telephone counseling influences both body weight and body mass index. Conclusions We have confirmed that the Smart Care service might be an effective system for reduction in blood glucose and HbA1c. We expect that the Smart Care service will contribute to delaying diabetes complications and improving the quality of life of patients with diabetes.
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- Department of Nursing, Daegu Haany University, Daegu, Korea
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- Future IT R&D Lab., LG Electronics Woomyeon R&D Campus, Seoul, Korea
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van Draanen J, Shafique A, Farissi A, Wickramanayake D, Kuttaiya S, Oza S, Stephens N. How to offer culturally relevant type 2 diabetes screening: lessons learned from the South asian diabetes prevention program. Can J Diabetes 2014; 38:329-33. [PMID: 24797496 DOI: 10.1016/j.jcjd.2013.11.008] [Citation(s) in RCA: 4] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.4] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/08/2013] [Revised: 11/08/2013] [Accepted: 11/19/2013] [Indexed: 10/25/2022]
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The literature on diabetes mellitus in the South Asian population clearly states the high-risk status of this group, yet there is a lack of effective models of culturally relevant, community-based screening and education programs for such a group. The South Asian Diabetes Prevention Program (SADPP) was developed to enhance equitable access to diabetes prevention resources for the South Asian communities in Toronto by offering language-specific and culturally relevant services. The SADPP model works through 3 participant education sessions plus an additional attachment and enrolment component. The screening tool that SADPP uses to provide participants with their individual risk score at the first education session is derived from the multiculturally validated Canadian Diabetes Risk Assessment Questionnaire (CANRISK), which has been modified to reflect the distinctive characteristics of the South Asian population. After analyzing the risk scores, 32% of participants were at increased risk, 40% were at high risk, 21% were at very high risk and only 7% were found to be at low risk of diabetes development. Evaluations of the program conducted in 2010 and 2013 revealed that the program is achieving its objectives and that participants increase their knowledge and self-efficacy related to diabetes prevention after program participation. Participants reported that the presentation from the nurse and dietitian, the question-and-answer time, the healthy eating demonstration, the multiple languages of delivery and the convenient location were especially beneficial. Those working in the field are encouraged to adapt this model and to contribute to the development of culturally relevant, community-driven diabetes prevention programs.
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- Flemingdon Health Centre, Toronto, Ontario, Canada
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- Flemingdon Health Centre, Toronto, Ontario, Canada
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Nauck MA, Haastert B, Trautner C, Müller UA, Nauck MA, Heinemann L. A randomised, controlled trial of self-monitoring of blood glucose in patients with type 2 diabetes receiving conventional insulin treatment. Diabetologia 2014; 57:868-77. [PMID: 24445534 DOI: 10.1007/s00125-014-3168-1] [Citation(s) in RCA: 12] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.2] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/30/2013] [Accepted: 12/17/2013] [Indexed: 01/08/2023]
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AIMS/HYPOTHESIS We evaluated whether self-monitoring of blood glucose (SMBG) leads to better glycaemic control (HbA(1c)) in patients with type 2 diabetes on conventional insulin regimens. METHODS Patients with type 2 diabetes on a conventional insulin regimen (basal or premixed insulin with or without additional oral glucose-lowering agents) were recruited at study centres led by members of the German Diabetes Association. In a randomised, prospective, open 2 × 2 factorial design, the once-weekly performance of four-point glucose profiles (SMBG +; n = 151 patients) was compared with no SMBG (SMBG -; n = 149), and the measuring and transmitting of HbA1c results to the study centres (HbA(1c) +; n = 158, of these 82 SMBG - and 76 SMBG +) was compared with HbA1c measurement without disclosure of results (HbA(1c) -; n = 142, of these 67 SMBG - and 75 SMBG +). Randomised allocation was carried out by a central office, using sequentially numbered, sealed envelopes. The primary endpoint was the reduction of HbA(1c) compared with baseline after 12 months. Secondary analyses were of therapy intensification in response to higher blood or urinary glucose or HbA(1c). Participants and caregivers were not blinded as to the allocation of interventions, whereas the laboratory determining HbA(1c) remained blinded. RESULTS Patient characteristics were balanced across groups. A total of 56 patients dropped out. In completers, HbA(1c) was reduced in the SMBG + group from 7.3% to 7.0%, i.e. by 0.3% (0.1%, 0.5%) vs SMBG - from 7.3% to 7.0% and 0.3% (0.2%, 0.5%), respectively, the difference being 0.0% (-0.2%, 0.2%) (p = 0.93). The disclosure of HbA(1c) results had no significant influence, with a difference of 0.1% (-0.1%, 0.4%) (p = 0.28). Values above are mean (95% CI). The ORs for therapy intensification significantly rose as the following increased: proportions of urine samples testing positive for glucose, HbA1c concentrations, and fasting or postprandial glucose concentrations. No important adverse events were associated with the interventions. CONCLUSIONS/INTERPRETATION SMBG profiles once weekly or the disclosure of HbA(1c) results did not improve glycaemic control in patients with type 2 diabetes on conventional insulin treatment, although indicators of hyperglycaemia increased the likelihood of therapy intensification. Greater intensification may be necessary to impact on glycaemic control. TRIAL REGISTRATION www.clinicaltrials.gov (registration code NCT00688363) FUNDING: Deutsche Diabetes-Gesellschaft, Deutsche Diabetes-Stiftung, Bayer Vital GmbH.
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- Michael A Nauck
- Diabeteszentrum Bad Lauterberg, Kirchberg 21, 37431, Bad Lauterberg im Harz, Germany,
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Pintaudi B, Di Vieste G, Corrado F, Lucisano G, Pellegrini F, Giunta L, Nicolucci A, D'Anna R, Di Benedetto A. Improvement of selective screening strategy for gestational diabetes through a more accurate definition of high-risk groups. Eur J Endocrinol 2014; 170:87-93. [PMID: 24114434 DOI: 10.1530/eje-13-0759] [Citation(s) in RCA: 31] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.1] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/25/2022]
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OBJECTIVE This study aimed to assess the predictive value of risk factors (RFs) for gestational diabetes mellitus (GDM) established by selective screening (SS) and to identify subgroups of women at a higher risk of developing GDM. DESIGN A retrospective, single-center study design was employed. METHODS Data of 1015 women screened for GDM at 24-28 weeks of gestation and diagnosed according to the International Association of Diabetes and Pregnancy Study Groups criteria were evaluated. Information on RFs established by SS was also collected and their association with GDM was determined. To identify distinct and homogeneous subgroups of patients at a higher risk, the RECursive Partitioning and AMalgamation (RECPAM) method was used. RESULTS Overall, 113 (11.1%) women were diagnosed as having GDM. The application of the SS criteria would result in the execution of an oral glucose tolerance test (OGTT) in 58.3% of women and 26 (23.0%) cases of GDM would not be detected due to the absence of any RF. The RECPAM analysis identified high-risk subgroups characterized by fasting plasma glucose values >5.1 mmol/l (odds ratio (OR)=26.5; 95% CI 14.3-49.0) and pre-pregnancy BMI (OR=7.0; 95% CI 3.9-12.8 for overweight women). In a final logistic model including RECPAM classes, previous macrosomia (OR=3.6; 95% CI 1.1-11.6), and family history of diabetes (OR=1.8; 95% CI 1.1-2.8), but not maternal age, were also found to be associated with an increased risk of developing GDM. A screening approach based on the RECPAM model would reduce by over 50% (23.0 vs 10.6%) the number of undiagnosed GDM cases when compared with the current SS approach, at the expense of 50 additional OGTTs required. CONCLUSIONS A screening approach based on our RECPAM model results in a significant reduction in the number of undetected GDM cases compared with the current SS procedure.
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- Basilio Pintaudi
- Department of Clinical Pharmacology and Epidemiology, Consorzio Mario Negri Sud, Via Nazionale, 66030 S. Maria Imbaro (CH), Italy
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Benhalima K, Mathieu C. The role of blood glucose monitoring in non-insulin treated type 2 diabetes: what is the evidence? Prim Care Diabetes 2012; 6:179-185. [PMID: 22652319 DOI: 10.1016/j.pcd.2012.05.001] [Citation(s) in RCA: 12] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/08/2011] [Revised: 02/27/2012] [Accepted: 05/04/2012] [Indexed: 01/07/2023]
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Over the past few decades, self-monitoring of blood glucose (SMBG) has been recognized as a core component of effective diabetes self-management among insulin-treated type 2 diabetes (T2DM) patients. Given the costly nature of current T2DM care, especially as the worldwide prevalence of T2DM continues to increase rapidly, it is critical to determine whether resources devoted to SMBG in non-insulin treated T2DM patients are also justified and being applied effectively. We review the conflicting evidence on the use of SMBG in insulin-naïve T2DM patients.
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- Katrien Benhalima
- Department of Diabetes & Endocrinology, UZ Gasthuisberg, Catholic University of Leuven, Belgium.
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How technology has changed diabetes management and what it has failed to achieve. DIABETES & METABOLISM 2012; 37 Suppl 4:S57-64. [PMID: 22208712 DOI: 10.1016/s1262-3636(11)70967-3] [Citation(s) in RCA: 3] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 01/21/2023]
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Tremendous improvements have modified diabetes management from pure clinical diagnosis and the discovery of insulin to continuous subcutaneous insulin infusion (CSII) coupled with continuous glucose monitoring (CGM) to allow patients to adapt insulin delivery to glycaemia on a virtually "real-time" basis. Insulin was first discovered in 1923 and, in less than a century, it has been purified, humanized and now synthesized by genetically modified microorganisms. Insulin analogue, kinetics and reproducibility now allow near-normal glycaemia to be targeted without increasing hypoglycaemia, thus allowing greater flexibility in the patient's day-to-day life. In addition, advances have been made over the past few decades in the development of the necessary and complementary technologies for insulin infusion, glucose measurement, glucose insulin interaction and telemedicine. The major remaining limitations are the lack of glycaemic regulation on insulin administration and the burden of parenteral delivery. Thus, the dream of both patients and diabetologists is to close the loop and to build an artificial pancreas.
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Veras VS, Araújo MFMD, Rodrigues FFL, Santos MAD, Damasceno MMC, Zanetti ML. Assessment of metabolic control among patients in a capillary glucose self-monitoring program. ACTA PAUL ENFERM 2012. [DOI: 10.1590/s0103-21002012000300021] [Citation(s) in RCA: 4] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/22/2022] Open
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OBJECTIVE: To assess the metabolic control of diabetes mellitus patients registered in a capillary glucose self-monitoring program at home. METHODS: In this longitudinal retrospective study, 97 subjects at four health institutions in a Brazilian city were followed during 37 months between 2005 and 2008. The health files were analyzed of patients selected to register the evolution of variables related to capillary glucose self-monitoring at home and metabolic control of diabetes mellitus. RESULTS: During the assessment, both mean and monthly percentages of capillary blood glucose measurements at home decreased from 34.1 (65.1%) to 33.6 (64.8%), respectively (p <0.001). Mean HbA1c levels dropped from 9.20% to 7.94% (p<0.001). HDL cholesterol decreased from 51 mg/dl to 47 mg/dl (p=0.001). CONCLUSION: Patients' metabolic control improved, characterized by a significant reduction in HbA1C.
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Sacks DB, Arnold M, Bakris GL, Bruns DE, Horvath AR, Kirkman MS, Lernmark A, Metzger BE, Nathan DM. Guidelines and recommendations for laboratory analysis in the diagnosis and management of diabetes mellitus. Diabetes Care 2011; 34:e61-99. [PMID: 21617108 PMCID: PMC3114322 DOI: 10.2337/dc11-9998] [Citation(s) in RCA: 316] [Impact Index Per Article: 24.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/30/2010] [Accepted: 02/28/2011] [Indexed: 02/06/2023]
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BACKGROUND Multiple laboratory tests are used to diagnose and manage patients with diabetes mellitus. The quality of the scientific evidence supporting the use of these tests varies substantially. APPROACH An expert committee compiled evidence-based recommendations for the use of laboratory testing for patients with diabetes. A new system was developed to grade the overall quality of the evidence and the strength of the recommendations. Draft guidelines were posted on the Internet and presented at the 2007 Arnold O. Beckman Conference. The document was modified in response to oral and written comments, and a revised draft was posted in 2010 and again modified in response to written comments. The National Academy of Clinical Biochemistry and the Evidence-Based Laboratory Medicine Committee of the American Association for Clinical Chemistry jointly reviewed the guidelines, which were accepted after revisions by the Professional Practice Committee and subsequently approved by the Executive Committee of the American Diabetes Association. CONTENT In addition to long-standing criteria based on measurement of plasma glucose, diabetes can be diagnosed by demonstrating increased blood hemoglobin A(1c) (HbA(1c)) concentrations. Monitoring of glycemic control is performed by self-monitoring of plasma or blood glucose with meters and by laboratory analysis of HbA(1c). The potential roles of noninvasive glucose monitoring, genetic testing, and measurement of autoantibodies, urine albumin, insulin, proinsulin, C-peptide, and other analytes are addressed. SUMMARY The guidelines provide specific recommendations that are based on published data or derived from expert consensus. Several analytes have minimal clinical value at present, and their measurement is not recommended.
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- David B Sacks
- Department of Laboratory Medicine, National Institutes of Health, Bethesda, Maryland, USA.
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Sacks DB, Arnold M, Bakris GL, Bruns DE, Horvath AR, Kirkman MS, Lernmark A, Metzger BE, Nathan DM. Guidelines and recommendations for laboratory analysis in the diagnosis and management of diabetes mellitus. Clin Chem 2011; 57:e1-e47. [PMID: 21617152 DOI: 10.1373/clinchem.2010.161596] [Citation(s) in RCA: 300] [Impact Index Per Article: 23.1] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 02/06/2023]
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BACKGROUND Multiple laboratory tests are used to diagnose and manage patients with diabetes mellitus. The quality of the scientific evidence supporting the use of these tests varies substantially. APPROACH An expert committee compiled evidence-based recommendations for the use of laboratory testing for patients with diabetes. A new system was developed to grade the overall quality of the evidence and the strength of the recommendations. Draft guidelines were posted on the Internet and presented at the 2007 Arnold O. Beckman Conference. The document was modified in response to oral and written comments, and a revised draft was posted in 2010 and again modified in response to written comments. The National Academy of Clinical Biochemistry and the Evidence Based Laboratory Medicine Committee of the AACC jointly reviewed the guidelines, which were accepted after revisions by the Professional Practice Committee and subsequently approved by the Executive Committee of the American Diabetes Association. CONTENT In addition to long-standing criteria based on measurement of plasma glucose, diabetes can be diagnosed by demonstrating increased blood hemoglobin A(1c) (Hb A(1c)) concentrations. Monitoring of glycemic control is performed by self-monitoring of plasma or blood glucose with meters and by laboratory analysis of Hb A(1c). The potential roles of noninvasive glucose monitoring, genetic testing, and measurement of autoantibodies, urine albumin, insulin, proinsulin, C-peptide, and other analytes are addressed. SUMMARY The guidelines provide specific recommendations that are based on published data or derived from expert consensus. Several analytes have minimal clinical value at present, and their measurement is not recommended.
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- David B Sacks
- Department of Laboratory Medicine, National Institutes of Health, Bethesda, MD 20892-1508, USA.
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Franz MJ, Powers MA, Leontos C, Holzmeister LA, Kulkarni K, Monk A, Wedel N, Gradwell E. The evidence for medical nutrition therapy for type 1 and type 2 diabetes in adults. ACTA ACUST UNITED AC 2011; 110:1852-89. [PMID: 21111095 DOI: 10.1016/j.jada.2010.09.014] [Citation(s) in RCA: 173] [Impact Index Per Article: 13.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/22/2009] [Accepted: 05/06/2010] [Indexed: 12/12/2022]
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This article reviews the evidence and nutrition practice recommendations from the American Dietetic Association's nutrition practice guidelines for type 1 and type 2 diabetes in adults. The research literature was reviewed to answer nutrition practice questions and resulted in 29 recommendations. Here, we present the recommendations and provide a comprehensive and systematic review of the evidence associated with their development. Major nutrition therapy factors reviewed are carbohydrate (intake, sucrose, non-nutritive sweeteners, glycemic index, and fiber), protein intake, cardiovascular disease, and weight management. Contributing factors to nutrition therapy reviewed are physical activity and glucose monitoring. Based on individualized nutrition therapy client/patient goals and lifestyle changes the client/patient is willing and able to make, registered dietitians can select appropriate interventions based on key recommendations that include consistency in day-to-day carbohydrate intake, adjusting insulin doses to match carbohydrate intake, substitution of sucrose-containing foods, usual protein intake, cardioprotective nutrition interventions, weight management strategies, regular physical activity, and use of self-monitored blood glucose data. The evidence is strong that medical nutrition therapy provided by registered dietitians is an effective and essential therapy in the management of diabetes.
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- Marion J Franz
- Nutrition Concepts by Franz, Inc, Minneapolis, MN 55439, USA.
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AIM To examine knowledge and management of diabetes by older people. METHODS A representative sample of 1047 people with Type 2 diabetes, aged 75 years and over, were asked a series of questions relating to their diabetes management and their understanding of self management. The impact of cognitive impairment and socio-economic status were assessed. RESULTS The majority of people, 1015 (96.9%), were under the care of a health professional and 1018 (97.2%) were taking insulin, tablets, controlling their diet or a combination. Cognitive impairment (Mini-Mental State Examination ≤ 23) was found in 235 (22.5%) people. Recent eye, foot and dietician assessment was reported by 813 (77.7%), 836 (79.7%) and 326 (31.1%) people, respectively. A quarter overall and 70% of those taking insulin tested their blood glucose. In the insulin group, 78 (54.2%) reported hypoglycaemia and those with cognitive impairment gave more incorrect responses when asked about diabetes management. Socio-economic status made very little difference to any of these outcomes. CONCLUSIONS Most older people with diabetes, regardless of their socio-economic status, are under the care of a healthcare professional and use medication or diet to manage their disease. Large numbers also attend foot and eye examinations. However, over one fifth of older people with diabetes have cognitive impairment. Older people had a reasonable understanding of their diabetes management but this was worse in those people with cognitive impairment.
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- J Hewitt
- London School of Hygiene and Tropical Medicine and Portsmouth Hospitals Trust, Queen Alexandra Hospital, Portsmouth, UK.
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Weber C, Kocher S, Neeser K, Bartaskova D. Impact of self-measurement of blood glucose on complications of type 2 diabetes: economic analysis from a Czech perspective. Curr Med Res Opin 2010; 26:289-96. [PMID: 19947908 DOI: 10.1185/03007990903479224] [Citation(s) in RCA: 5] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.4] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/23/2022]
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OBJECTIVE A growing body of evidence indicates that self-measurement of blood glucose (SMBG) also has beneficial effects in people with type 2 diabetes, irrespective of the type of therapy. The objective of this analysis was to determine the economic impact of SMBG by comparing the cost share of self-monitoring and the direct costs of diabetes-related complications in users and non-users. RESEARCH DESIGN AND METHODS A matched-pair analysis based on the cohorts of a large retrospective study of patients with type 2 diabetes (ROSSO) was conducted. The average annual direct costs of diabetes monitoring, treatment-related services, complications and follow-up costs of the disease for SMBG users versus non-users were calculated from the perspective of the Czech statutory health insurance system. Univariate sensitivity analysis was performed to determine the main cost drivers. Limitations of this study are: (1) differences in medical facilities/practice between Germany and the Czech Republic, (2) causal relationship between SMBG and health outcomes is missing, (3) ROSSO underestimated the number of test strips used, (4) Czech cost data are scarce. RESULTS In patients treated with oral antidiabetic drugs (OAD) only, total annual costs in Czech koruna (CZK) were CZK 16 476 for SMBG users and CZK 19 440 for non-users. In patients treated with OAD + insulin, total annual costs were CZK 32 590 and CZK 48 600, respectively. The main cost drivers were stroke and myocardial infarction in patients treated with OAD only, and stroke, dialysis and myocardial infarction in patients treated with OAD + insulin. CONCLUSION Cost analysis indicated that SMBG provides a rapid return on initial investment. By increasing the number of patients using SMBG, the statutory health insurance system in the Czech Republic may save several million CZK annually.
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- Christian Weber
- Institute for Medical Informatics and Biostatistics, CH-4058 Basel, Switzerland
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Nauck MA, El-Ouaghlidi A, Vardarli I. Self-monitoring of blood glucose in diabetes mellitus: arguments for an individualized approach. DEUTSCHES ARZTEBLATT INTERNATIONAL 2009; 106:587-94. [PMID: 19890425 PMCID: PMC2770223 DOI: 10.3238/arztebl.2009.0587] [Citation(s) in RCA: 3] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.2] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/21/2007] [Accepted: 01/08/2009] [Indexed: 02/07/2023]
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BACKGROUND The utility of glucose self-monitoring in different types and stages of diabetes is controversial, as there is only sparse relevant evidence from randomized controlled clinical trials. In this analysis, the authors aim to develop individualized recommendations based on clinical needs and the available literature. METHODS The PubMed database was searched for articles that appeared up to 30 September 2008 containing the terms "measurement," "control","monitoring," and "hypoglycemia"; the retrieved articles were supplemented by other articles that were cited in them. A directed search was also made for the recommendations of the German, European, American, and international diabetological societies. Conclusions were then drawn about the useful modalities and extent of glucose self-monitoring on the basis of the clinical features of the major types of diabetes and the main treatment strategies for them. RESULTS With the exception of intensified treatment strategies (which rely on blood-sugar regulation with insulin), only a few evidence-based recommendations can be derived from randomized clinical trials and meta-analyses. Nonetheless, a strategy for self-monitoring according to the patient's individual needs can be derived from the characteristics of therapeutic regimens: depending on the type of diabetes from which the patient suffers, the predicted number of glucometer strips required for self-monitoring will vary from almost none to roughly 400 per month. CONCLUSIONS The decision to use glucose self-monitoring, as well as the type and extent of self-monitoring that will be used, should be based on the individual patient's type of diabetes, treatment regimen, and clinical characteristics. Like any other type of therapeutic intervention, self-monitoring should have a well-documented, rational justification.
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- Michael A Nauck
- Diabeteszentrum Bad Lauterberg, 37431 Bad Lauterberg, Germany.
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The value of self-monitoring of blood glucose: a review of recent evidence. J Diabetes Complications 2009; 24:129-41. [PMID: 19230717 DOI: 10.1016/j.jdiacomp.2009.01.002] [Citation(s) in RCA: 56] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/08/2008] [Revised: 08/05/2008] [Accepted: 01/06/2009] [Indexed: 11/19/2022]
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AIMS To review the recent literature relating to the role of self-monitoring of blood glucose (SMBG) and glycemic control. METHODS Medline and EMBASE databases were searched between 1996 and June 2008 using terms that included diabetes mellitus, self-care, and blood glucose self monitoring. Both experimental and nonexperimental studies with HbA(1c) as an outcome measure were included. A meta-analysis was performed on randomized controlled trials (RCTs) in type 2 diabetes which met the inclusion criteria. RESULTS From 1102 relevant papers, 34 original containing 38 separate studies were identified as being published between 2000 and June 2008. There were 23 studies of type 2 diabetes and, of these, 13 were nonexperimental and 10 experimental, including six RCTs. The results of five of these RCTs in non-insulin-treated type 2 diabetic patients were combined in a meta-analysis with two earlier RCTs which yielded a significant pooled SMBG-related decrease in HbA(1c) of -0.22 (95% CI -0.34% to -0.11%). CONCLUSIONS The present meta-analysis showed an SMBG-related HbA(1c) reduction in non-insulin-treated type 2 diabetes patients that was similar to that in previous systematic reviews but in a substantially larger patient sample. This finding is consistent with most observational studies of similarly treated patients.
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Yu SH, Kim SH, Kim SY, Choi SH, Lim S, Chang YS, Lee HJ, Park YJ, Jang HC. Effects of 'Ubiquitous Healthcare' on the Ability of Self-Management in Elderly Diabetic Patients. KOREAN DIABETES JOURNAL 2009. [DOI: 10.4093/kdj.2009.33.1.58] [Citation(s) in RCA: 6] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.4] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/08/2022]
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- Sung Hoon Yu
- Department of Internal Medicine, Seoul National University College of Medicine, Seoul.Korea
- Department of Internal Medicine, Seoul National University Bundang Hospital, Seoul, Korea
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- Department of Medical Informatics, Seoul National University Bundang Hospital, Seoul, Korea
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- Department of Medical Informatics, Seoul National University Bundang Hospital, Seoul, Korea
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- Department of Internal Medicine, Seoul National University College of Medicine, Seoul.Korea
- Department of Internal Medicine, Seoul National University Bundang Hospital, Seoul, Korea
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- Department of Internal Medicine, Seoul National University College of Medicine, Seoul.Korea
- Department of Internal Medicine, Seoul National University Bundang Hospital, Seoul, Korea
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- Department of Internal Medicine, Seoul National University College of Medicine, Seoul.Korea
- Department of Internal Medicine, Seoul National University Bundang Hospital, Seoul, Korea
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- Department of Radiology, Seoul National University Bundang Hospital, Seoul, Korea
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- Department of Internal Medicine, Seoul National University College of Medicine, Seoul.Korea
- Department of Internal Medicine, Seoul National University Bundang Hospital, Seoul, Korea
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- Department of Internal Medicine, Seoul National University College of Medicine, Seoul.Korea
- Department of Internal Medicine, Seoul National University Bundang Hospital, Seoul, Korea
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Blood glucose monitoring is associated with better glycemic control in type 2 diabetes: a database study. J Gen Intern Med 2009; 24:48-52. [PMID: 18975035 PMCID: PMC2607497 DOI: 10.1007/s11606-008-0830-7] [Citation(s) in RCA: 6] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.4] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/21/2008] [Revised: 09/04/2008] [Accepted: 09/29/2008] [Indexed: 10/21/2022]
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BACKGROUND The value of self-monitoring blood glucose (SMBG) in type 2 diabetes is controversial. OBJECTIVE To determine SMBG testing rates are positively associated with glycemic control in veterans on oral hypoglycemic agents (OHA). DESIGN Observational database study. SUBJECTS Southwestern Healthcare Network veterans taking OHA in 2002 and followed through the end of 2004. MEASUREMENTS OHA and glucose test strip (GTS) prescriptions were derived from pharmacy files. Subjects were categorized into five groups according to their end-of-study treatment status: group 1 (no medication changes), group 2 (increased doses of initial OHA), group 3 (started new OHA), group 4 (both OHA interventions), and group 5 (initiated insulin). We then used multiple linear regression analyses to examine the relationship between the SMBG testing rate and hemoglobin A1c (HbA1c) within each group. RESULTS We evaluated 5,862 patients with a mean follow-up duration of 798 +/- 94 days. Overall, 44.2% received GTS. Ultimately, 47% of subjects ended up in group 1, 21% in group 2, 9% in group 3, 8% in group 4, and 16% in group 5. A univariate analysis showed no association between the SMBG testing rate and HbA1c. However, after stratifying by group and adjusting for initial OHA dose, we found that more frequent testing was associated with a significantly lower HbA1c in groups 1, 4, and 5. The effect ranged from -0.22% to -0.94% for every ten GTS/week. CONCLUSIONS Higher SMBG testing rates were associated with lower HbA1c, but only when stratifying the analyses to control for treatment intensification.
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A trial of empowerment-based education in type 2 diabetes—Global rather than glycaemic benefits. ACTA ACUST UNITED AC 2009. [DOI: 10.1016/s1557-0843(09)80006-7] [Citation(s) in RCA: 4] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/17/2022]
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Cooper H, Booth K, Gill G. A trial of empowerment-based education in type 2 diabetes--global rather than glycaemic benefits. Diabetes Res Clin Pract 2008; 82:165-71. [PMID: 18804887 DOI: 10.1016/j.diabres.2008.07.013] [Citation(s) in RCA: 44] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/29/2007] [Revised: 07/08/2008] [Accepted: 07/11/2008] [Indexed: 12/21/2022]
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We have assessed the effect of a structured, empowerment-based educational system ("LAY or "Look After Yourself") for patients with type 2 diabetes. A randomised controlled trial (RCT) was conducted, testing the system against standard support. Using 3 centres, 89 patients participated in the study. Outcome measures included glycated haemoglobin (HbA(1c)), body mass index (BMI) and a variety of quantitative psychological and educational measures. Assessment was made at 6 months ("short-term") and 12 months ("long-term") post-intervention. The educational programme was associated with benefits in HbA(1c) levels (p=0.005), illness attitudes (p=0.04), and perceived treatment effectiveness (p=0.03) at 6 months follow-up compared to controls. At 12 months however, only illness attitudes (p=0.01), and self-monitoring (p=0.002) showed benefit. A combined outcome measure showed positive benefit for the educational programme both at 6 months (p=0.001) and 12 months (p=0.002). This structured educational programme, aimed at encouraging self-help, was associated with only limited benefits in glycaemic control, but there were significant educational and psychological benefits. Diabetes education should be regarded as having broad patient-based positive outcomes, and should not be expected to have lasting benefits on glycaemic control.
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- Helen Cooper
- Faculty of Health & Social Care, Department of Community & Child Health, University of Chester,Chester United Kingdom
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McGeoch G, Derry S, Moore RA. Self-monitoring of blood glucose in type-2 diabetes: what is the evidence? Diabetes Metab Res Rev 2007; 23:423-40. [PMID: 17538940 DOI: 10.1002/dmrr.749] [Citation(s) in RCA: 48] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/06/2022]
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BACKGROUND There is a controversy about self-monitoring of blood glucose (SMBG) in patients with type 2 diabetes who are not using insulin. Randomized trials are limited in duration, size, and validity. METHODS Systematic search for randomized trials and observational studies published since 1990. For inclusion studies had to report on SMBG in type 2 diabetes managed with oral hypoglycaemic agents and/or diet alone, HbA(1c) or clinical outcome, have at least 50 patients and be of at least 6 months' duration. RESULTS Three randomized trials with 1000 patients were included, though all had interventions differing in the amount of education on SMBG, and in the population studied. The two larger studies had statistically significantly lower HbA(1c) levels with SMBG. Thirteen observational studies had information on over 60,000 patients. Smaller studies had lower initial HbA(1c) and showed no association between SMBG and laboratory or clinical improvement. Larger studies tended to have higher initial HbA(1c) and did show an association between SMBG and laboratory or clinical improvement. Overall, improvement in glycaemic control with SMBG tended to be seen in studies with initial HbA(1c) above 8%. CONCLUSIONS It is likely that SMBG is beneficial in some circumstances, for example as an educational tool, for patients with type 2 diabetes not using insulin who have poor glycaemic control. More information is needed at the level of the individual patient, rather than group means, and about timing and frequency of monitoring, response to those results, what constitutes effective patient education, and long-term clinical outcomes.
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- Grace McGeoch
- Pain Research and Nuffield Department of Anaesthetics, University of Oxford, The Churchill, Headington, Oxford, OX3 7LJ, UK
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Tengblad A, Grodzinsky E, Lindström K, Mölstad S, Borgquist L, Ostgren CJ. Self-monitoring of blood glucose and glycaemic control in type 2 diabetes. Scand J Prim Health Care 2007; 25:140-6. [PMID: 17846931 PMCID: PMC3379772 DOI: 10.1080/02813430701267413] [Citation(s) in RCA: 15] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.9] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 10/22/2022] Open
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OBJECTIVE Previous studies have shown inconsistent results with regard to whether or not self-monitoring of blood glucose (SMBG) is related to better glycaemic control in type 2 diabetes. The aim of this study was to explore the use of SMBG and its association with glycaemic control in patients with type 2 diabetes in primary care. DESIGN A cross-sectional observational study was conducted in 2003 at 18 primary health care centres in Sweden, in which all known patients with diabetes were surveyed. The study included 6495 patients with type 2 diabetes. A sample of 896 patients was selected for further exploration of data from medical records. A telephone interview was performed with all patients in this group using SMBG (533 patients). RESULTS There were no differences in HbA1c levels between users (6.9%) and non-users (6.8%) of SMBG in patients treated with insulin or in patients treated with oral agents (6.3% in both groups). In patients treated with diet only, users of SMBG had higher levels of HbA1c compared with non-users (5.5% vs. 5.4%, p =0.002). Comparing medical records between users and non-users of SMBG showed no differences in diabetes-related complications in any treatment category group. CONCLUSION The use of SMBG was not associated with improved glycaemic control in any therapy category of patients with type 2 diabetes in primary care. The absence of difference in glycaemic control between users and non-users of SMBG could not be explained by differences in comorbidity between users and non-users of SMBG.
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- Anders Tengblad
- Department of Health and Society, Linköping University, Linköping, Sweden.
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Farmer A, Wade A, Goyder E, Yudkin P, French D, Craven A, Holman R, Kinmonth AL, Neil A. Impact of self monitoring of blood glucose in the management of patients with non-insulin treated diabetes: open parallel group randomised trial. BMJ 2007; 335:132. [PMID: 17591623 PMCID: PMC1925177 DOI: 10.1136/bmj.39247.447431.be] [Citation(s) in RCA: 267] [Impact Index Per Article: 15.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/17/2022]
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OBJECTIVE To determine whether self monitoring, alone or with instruction in incorporating the results into self care, is more effective than usual care in improving glycaemic control in non-insulin treated patients with type 2 diabetes. DESIGN Three arm, open, parallel group randomised trial. SETTING 48 general practices in Oxfordshire and South Yorkshire. PARTICIPANTS 453 patients with non-insulin treated type 2 diabetes (mean age 65.7 years) for a median duration of three years and a mean haemoglobin A1c level of 7.5%. INTERVENTIONS Standardised usual care with measurements of HbA1c every three months as the control group (n=152), blood glucose self monitoring with advice for patients to contact their doctor for interpretation of results, in addition to usual care (n=150), and blood glucose self monitoring with additional training of patients in interpretation and application of the results to enhance motivation and maintain adherence to a healthy lifestyle (n=151). MAIN OUTCOME MEASURE HbA1c level measured at 12 months. RESULTS At 12 months the differences in HbA1c level between the three groups (adjusted for baseline HbA1c level) were not statistically significant (P=0.12). The difference in unadjusted mean change in HbA1c level from baseline to 12 months between the control and less intensive self monitoring groups was -0.14% (95% confidence interval -0.35% to 0.07%) and between the control and more intensive self monitoring groups was -0.17% (-0.37% to 0.03%). CONCLUSIONS Evidence is not convincing of an effect of self monitoring blood glucose, with or without instruction in incorporating findings into self care, in improving glycaemic control compared with usual care in reasonably well controlled non-insulin treated patients with type 2 diabetes. TRIAL REGISTRATION Current Controlled Trials ISRCTN47464659.
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- Andrew Farmer
- Department of Primary Health Care, University of Oxford, Oxford OX2 7LF.
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Kolb H, Schneider B, Heinemann L, Lodwig V, Martin S. Is self-monitoring of blood glucose appropriate for all type 2 diabetic patients? The Fremantle Diabetes Study. Diabetes Care 2007; 30:183-4; author reply 184-5. [PMID: 17192361 DOI: 10.2337/dc06-1916] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.1] [Reference Citation Analysis] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 02/03/2023]
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Davis WA, Bruce DG, Davis TME. Is self-monitoring of blood glucose appropriate for all type 2 diabetic patients? The Fremantle Diabetes Study. Diabetes Care 2006; 29:1764-70. [PMID: 16873777 DOI: 10.2337/dc06-0268] [Citation(s) in RCA: 65] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.6] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 02/03/2023]
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OBJECTIVE We sought to determine whether self-monitoring of blood glucose (SMBG) is associated with better glycemic control in type 2 diabetes. RESEARCH DESIGN AND METHODS We used cross-sectional and longitudinal data from type 2 diabetic participants in the observational, community-based Fremantle Diabetes Study (FDS) who reported SMBG status at study entry (n = 1,286) and annual reviews over 5 years (n = 531). RESULTS At study entry, 70% of patients performed SMBG, with a median of four tests per week (interquartile range two to seven). Patients with shorter diabetes duration; who were attending diabetes education, diabetes-related clinics, or medical specialists; who were taking insulin with or without oral hypoglycemic agents (OHAs); and who were self-reporting hypoglycemic events were more likely to use SMBG. Both cross-sectional and longitudinal FDS data showed that HbA(1c) (A1C) was not significantly different between SMBG users and nonusers, either overall or within diabetes treatment groups (diet, OHAs, and insulin with or without OHAs). There was also no independent cross-sectional relationship between A1C and SMBG frequency. The average annual societal cost of using SMBG (in year 2000 Australian dollars [Adollars], excluding glucometers) was 162 Australian dollars per type 2 diabetic patient or 51 million Australian dollars when projected to the Australian diagnosed type 2 diabetic population. CONCLUSIONS Neither SMBG testing nor its frequency was associated with glycemic benefit in type 2 diabetic patients regardless of treatment. Our data did not include methods of SMBG delivery and application, factors that require further assessment in the evaluation of SMBG utility in non-insulin-treated type 2 diabetes. SMBG may be still of value in the identification and prevention of hypoglycemia and in dose adjustment in insulin-treated patients.
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- Wendy A Davis
- School of Medicine and Pharmacology, University of Western Australia, Fremantle Hospital.
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Nicolucci A, De Berardis G, Franciosi M, Pellegrini F. Outcome research in diabetes: from theory to practice. Results of the QuED study. Drug Dev Res 2006. [DOI: 10.1002/ddr.20086] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/09/2022]
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