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Steenackers N, Sparsø T, Charleer S, De Block C, De Cock D, Delfin C, Mathieu C, Nobels F, Pazmino S, Rosen J, Del Pozo CH, Gillard P, Van der Schueren B. Health-related quality of life of people with type 1 diabetes: An IMI2 SOPHIA post hoc analysis of FUTURE and ADJUNCT-ONE. Diabetes Obes Metab 2024; 26:4897-4904. [PMID: 39192532 DOI: 10.1111/dom.15886] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/13/2024] [Revised: 07/29/2024] [Accepted: 08/03/2024] [Indexed: 08/29/2024]
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AIM To characterize and stratify health-related quality of life in individuals with type 1 diabetes (T1D) using body mass index (BMI) and clustering analysis. MATERIAL AND METHODS Baseline data on individuals with T1D were pooled from two studies. A post hoc analysis of health-related quality of life, measured using the 36-item Short-Form questionnaire, was performed, referenced to the 2010 US general population. Descriptive statistics were presented for the pooled cohort and per BMI category. K-means clustering was performed. One-way analysis of variance was conducted to examine differences in clinical characteristics between clusters. RESULTS The pooled cohort consisted of 2256 individuals with T1D (age: 45.4 ± 15.0 years, BMI: 26.2 ± 4.6 kg/m2, diabetes duration: 22.7 ± 13.5 years). All quality-of-life domains were slightly lower than 50(the general population's mean), except for vitality. Individuals with a BMI ≥30 kg/m2 reported lower scores for bodily pain, physical functioning, general health, and vitality. A first cluster with a high and a second cluster with a low quality of life were identified, with significant differences in the mental (Cluster 1: 53.8 ± 6.8 vs. Cluster 2: 39.5 ± 10.7; p < 0.001) and physical component summary scores (Cluster 1: 49.6 ± 6.3 vs. Cluster 2: 35.2 ± 12.0; p < 0.001), which exceeded differences found between BMI categories. CONCLUSIONS In our population of people living with T1D, higher BMI may have adversely impacted physical domains of quality of life, but larger differences between the high- and low-quality-of-life cluster indicate that more factors play a role.
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- Nele Steenackers
- Clinical and Experimental Endocrinology, Department of Chronic Diseases and Metabolism, KU Leuven, Leuven, Belgium
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- Department of Pharmacometrics, Novo Nordisk A/S, Søborg, Denmark
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- Department of Endocrinology, University Hospitals Leuven, Leuven, Belgium
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- Department of Endocrinology, Diabetology and Metabolism, University of Antwerp-Antwerp University Hospital, Antwerp, Belgium
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- Biostatistics and Medical Informatics Research Group, Department of Public Health, Vrije Universiteit Brussel, Brussels, Belgium
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- Department of Pharmacometrics, Novo Nordisk A/S, Søborg, Denmark
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- Clinical and Experimental Endocrinology, Department of Chronic Diseases and Metabolism, KU Leuven, Leuven, Belgium
- Department of Endocrinology, University Hospitals Leuven, Leuven, Belgium
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- Department of Endocrinology, OLV Hospital Aalst, Aalst, Belgium
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- Clinical and Experimental Endocrinology, Department of Chronic Diseases and Metabolism, KU Leuven, Leuven, Belgium
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- Research Department, Breakthrough T1D, New York, New York, USA
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- Clinical and Experimental Endocrinology, Department of Chronic Diseases and Metabolism, KU Leuven, Leuven, Belgium
- Department of Endocrinology, University Hospitals Leuven, Leuven, Belgium
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- Clinical and Experimental Endocrinology, Department of Chronic Diseases and Metabolism, KU Leuven, Leuven, Belgium
- Department of Endocrinology, University Hospitals Leuven, Leuven, Belgium
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Gómez-Peralta F, Leiva-Gea I, Duque N, Artime E, Rubio de Santos M. Impact of Continuous Glucose Monitoring and its Glucometrics in Clinical Practice in Spain and Future Perspectives: A Narrative Review. Adv Ther 2024; 41:3471-3488. [PMID: 39093492 DOI: 10.1007/s12325-024-02943-5] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/15/2024] [Accepted: 07/03/2024] [Indexed: 08/04/2024]
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INTRODUCTION Continuous glucose monitoring (CGM) devices allow for 24-h real-time measurement of interstitial glucose levels and have changed the interaction between people with diabetes and their health care providers. The large amount of data generated by CGM can be analyzed and evaluated using a set of standardized parameters, collectively named glucometrics. This review aims to provide a summary of the existing evidence on the use of glucometrics data and its impact on clinical practice based on published studies involving adults and children with type 1 diabetes (T1D) in Spain. METHODS The PubMed and MEDES (Spanish Medical literature) databases were searched covering the years 2018-2022 and including clinical and observational studies, consensus guidelines, and meta-analyses on CGM and glucometrics conducted in Spain. RESULTS A total of 16 observational studies were found on the use of CGM in Spain, which have shown that cases of severe hypoglycemia in children with T1D were greatly reduced after the introduction of CGM, resulting in a significant reduction in costs. Real-world data from Spain shows that CGM is associated with improved glycemic markers (increased time in range, reduced time below and above range, and glycemic variability), and that there is a relationship between glycemic variability and hypoglycemia. Also, CGM and analysis of glucometrics proved highly useful during the COVID-19 pandemic. New glucometrics, such as the glycemic risk index, or new mathematical approaches to the analysis of CGM-derived glucose data, such as "glucodensities," could help patients to achieve better glycemic control in the future. CONCLUSION By using glucometrics in clinical practice, clinicians can better assess glycemic control and a patient's individual response to treatment.
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- Pediatric Endocrinology Service, Hospital Regional de Málaga, Málaga, Spain
- Instituto de Investigación Biomédica de Málaga (IBIMA), Málaga, Spain
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- Eli Lilly and Company, Av. de la Industria 30, Alcobendas, 28108, Madrid, Spain.
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- Eli Lilly and Company, Av. de la Industria 30, Alcobendas, 28108, Madrid, Spain
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Shapiro JB, Vesco AT, Carroll MS, Weissberg-Benchell J. Psychometric Properties of the Automated Insulin Delivery: Benefits and Burdens Scale for Adults with Type 1 Diabetes. Diabetes Technol Ther 2024. [PMID: 38758212 DOI: 10.1089/dia.2024.0117] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 05/18/2024]
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Objective: To evaluate the psychometric properties of a patient-reported outcome measure, the Automated Insulin Delivery-Benefits and Burdens Scale (AID-BBS), which was designed to assess benefits and burdens of AID use in adults with type 1 diabetes (T1D). The measure was hypothesized to have validity, reliability, and clinical utility for predicting likelihood of continued use of an AID system. Research Design and Methods: A total of 217 adults with T1D (ages from 18 to 82 years) who were enrolled in an AID system research trial completed AID-BBS items at study midpoint (6 weeks) and at the end of the trial (13 weeks). Data were collected on pre-post glycemic outcomes. Participants completed other patient-reported psychosocial outcome measures (e.g., emotional well-being, diabetes distress, attitudes toward diabetes technology, diabetes treatment satisfaction) at Week 13. Likelihood of continued device use was assessed with three items at 13 weeks. Results: Exploratory factor analysis supported a one-factor structure for each subscale (15-item benefit and 9-item burden subscale) when evaluated separately. Convergent, discriminant, and predictive validity, internal consistency, and test-retest reliability were supported. Benefit and burden subscales at week 6 predicted usage intention above and beyond device impact on glycemic outcomes, also controlling for baseline glycemic outcomes. Conclusion: Findings support the AID-BBS as a psychometrically valid, reliable, and useful instrument for assessing burdens and benefits associated with AID system use in adults with T1D. The measure can be used to help health care providers set realistic expectations and proactively address modifiable burdens. Clinical Trial Registration Number: NCT04200313.
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- Jenna B Shapiro
- Pritzker Department of Psychiatry and Behavioral Health, Ann and Robert H. Lurie Children's Hospital of Chicago, Chicago, Illinois, USA
- Department of Psychiatry and Behavioral Sciences, Northwestern University Feinberg School of Medicine, Chicago, Illinois, USA
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- Pritzker Department of Psychiatry and Behavioral Health, Ann and Robert H. Lurie Children's Hospital of Chicago, Chicago, Illinois, USA
- Department of Psychiatry and Behavioral Sciences, Northwestern University Feinberg School of Medicine, Chicago, Illinois, USA
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- Mary Ann & J. Milburn Smith Outcomes Research and Evaluation Center, Stanley Manne Children's Research Institute, Ann & Robert H. Lurie Children's Hospital of Chicago, Chicago, Illinois, USA
- Department of Pediatrics, Northwestern University Feinberg School of Medicine, Chicago, Illinois, USA
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- Pritzker Department of Psychiatry and Behavioral Health, Ann and Robert H. Lurie Children's Hospital of Chicago, Chicago, Illinois, USA
- Department of Psychiatry and Behavioral Sciences, Northwestern University Feinberg School of Medicine, Chicago, Illinois, USA
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Straton E, Bryant BL, Kang L, Wang C, Barber J, Perkins A, Gallant L, Marks B, Agarwal S, Majidi S, Monaghan M, Streisand R. ROUTE-T1D: A behavioral intervention to promote optimal continuous glucose monitor use among racially minoritized youth with type 1 diabetes: Design and development. Contemp Clin Trials 2024; 140:107493. [PMID: 38460913 PMCID: PMC11065587 DOI: 10.1016/j.cct.2024.107493] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/27/2023] [Revised: 02/13/2024] [Accepted: 03/05/2024] [Indexed: 03/11/2024]
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BACKGROUND Type 1 diabetes management is often challenging during adolescence, and many youth with type 1 diabetes struggle with sustained and optimal continuous glucose monitor (CGM) use. Due to racial oppression and racially discriminatory policies leading to inequitable access to quality healthcare and life necessities, racially minoritized youth are significantly less likely to use CGM. METHODS ROUTE-T1D: Research on Optimizing the Use of Technology with Education is a pilot behavioral intervention designed to promote optimal CGM use among racially minoritized youth with type 1 diabetes. Intervention strategies include problem solving CGM challenges and promoting positive caregiver-youth communication related to CGM data. RESULTS This randomized waitlist intervention provides participants with access to three telemedicine sessions with a Certified Diabetes Care and Education Specialist. Caregiver participants are also connected with a peer-parent coach. CONCLUSION Hypothesized findings and anticipated challenges are discussed. Future directions regarding sustaining and optimizing the use of diabetes technology among racially minoritized pediatric populations are reviewed.
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- Emma Straton
- Children's National Hospital, Washington DC, United States of America
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- Children's National Hospital, Washington DC, United States of America
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- Children's National Hospital, Washington DC, United States of America
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- Children's National Hospital, Washington DC, United States of America
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- Children's National Hospital, Washington DC, United States of America
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- Children's National Hospital, Washington DC, United States of America
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- Children's National Hospital, Washington DC, United States of America
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- Children's Hospital of Philadelphia, Philadelphia, PA, United States of America
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- Albert Einstein College of Medicine, Bronx, NY, United States of America
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- Children's National Hospital, Washington DC, United States of America; The George Washington University School of Medicine, Washington, DC, United States of America
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- National Institute of Diabetes and Digestive and Kidney Diseases, National Institutes of Health, Bethesda, MD, United States of America
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- Children's National Hospital, Washington DC, United States of America; The George Washington University School of Medicine, Washington, DC, United States of America.
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Harrod JC, Cheung YMM, Buckley L, Cromwell GE, Fowler KM, Hughes ME, Lin NU, Tolaney SM, Min L, McDonnell ME. Impact of personalized diabetes care on distress and treatment satisfaction in people with breast cancer. Diabet Med 2024; 41:e15292. [PMID: 38291604 DOI: 10.1111/dme.15292] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/20/2023] [Revised: 01/12/2024] [Accepted: 01/17/2024] [Indexed: 02/01/2024]
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AIMS In patients with breast cancer (BCa) and diabetes (DM), diabetes distress (DD) and treatment satisfaction (DTS) can influence BCa management and outcomes. We assessed the impact of implementing a personalized diabetes care model in patients with BCa. METHODS Patients in active treatment or surveillance for BCa with an HbA1c > 53 mmol/mol (7%) or random blood glucose >11.1 mmol/L were included. Participants were offered continuous glucose monitoring (CGM), virtual care and a dedicated diabetes provider for 6 months. Primary outcomes included DD measured by the Diabetes Distress Survey (DDS) and DTS measured by the Diabetes Treatment Satisfaction Questionnaire (DTSQ). Questionnaires were conducted at 0, 3 and 6 months. RESULTS Thirty-one women were enrolled (median age 61, IQR 49.0-69.0). Compared to baseline, the mean DDS score was lower at both 3 months (2.2 vs. 1.8 [n = 27], p = 0.004, SD = 0.70) and 6 months (2.3 vs. 1.8 [n = 23], p = 0.002, SD = 0.70). The mean DTSQ score was higher at 3 months (baseline: 20.5 vs. 3 months: 28.7 [n = 28], p < 0.001, SD = 9.2) and 6 months (baseline: 20.4 vs. 6 months: 30.0 [n = 26], p < 0.001, SD = 9.7). CONCLUSIONS Personalized diabetes care models that emphasize remote management and optimize access for those with BCa may lower DD and improve DTS.
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- Julia C Harrod
- Division of Endocrinology, Diabetes, and Hypertension, Department of Medicine, Brigham and Women's Hospital, Boston, Massachusetts, USA
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- Division of Endocrinology, Diabetes, and Hypertension, Department of Medicine, Brigham and Women's Hospital, Boston, Massachusetts, USA
- Division of Endocrinology, Diabetes and Metabolism, Northwell Health, Manhasset, New York, USA
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- Division of Breast Oncology, Department of Medical Oncology, Dana-Farber Cancer Institute, Boston, Massachusetts, USA
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- Division of Endocrinology, Diabetes, and Hypertension, Department of Medicine, Brigham and Women's Hospital, Boston, Massachusetts, USA
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- Division of Endocrinology, Diabetes, and Hypertension, Department of Medicine, Brigham and Women's Hospital, Boston, Massachusetts, USA
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- Division of Breast Oncology, Department of Medical Oncology, Dana-Farber Cancer Institute, Boston, Massachusetts, USA
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- Division of Breast Oncology, Department of Medical Oncology, Dana-Farber Cancer Institute, Boston, Massachusetts, USA
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- Division of Breast Oncology, Department of Medical Oncology, Dana-Farber Cancer Institute, Boston, Massachusetts, USA
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- Division of Endocrinology, Diabetes, and Hypertension, Department of Medicine, Brigham and Women's Hospital, Boston, Massachusetts, USA
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- Division of Endocrinology, Diabetes, and Hypertension, Department of Medicine, Brigham and Women's Hospital, Boston, Massachusetts, USA
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AlBurno H, Schneider F, de Vries H, Al Mohannadi D, Mercken L. Determinants of adherence to insulin and blood glucose monitoring among adolescents and young adults with type 1 diabetes in Qatar: a qualitative study. F1000Res 2024; 11:907. [PMID: 38515508 PMCID: PMC10955191 DOI: 10.12688/f1000research.123468.2] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Accepted: 02/16/2024] [Indexed: 03/23/2024] Open
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Background Adherence to insulin and blood glucose monitoring (BGM) is insufficient in adolescents and young adults (AYAs) with type 1 diabetes (T1D) worldwide and in Qatar. Little is known about the factors related to being aware of suboptimal adherence and the beliefs related to suboptimal adherence in this group. This qualitative study investigated factors related to awareness of, and beliefs about suboptimal adherence, as well as the existence of specific action plans to combat suboptimal adherence using the I-Change model. Methods The target group was comprised of 20 Arab AYAs (17-24 years of age) with T1D living in Qatar. Participants were interviewed via semi-structured, face-to-face individual interviews, which were audio-recorded, transcribed verbatim, and analyzed using the Framework Method. Results Suboptimal adherence to insulin, and particularly to BGM, in AYAs with T1D was identified. Some AYAs reported to have little awareness about the consequences of their suboptimal adherence and how this can adversely affect optimal diabetes management. Participants also associated various disadvantages to adherence ( e.g., hypoglycemia, pain, among others) and reported low self-efficacy in being adherent ( e.g., when outside home, in a bad mood, among others). Additionally, goal setting and action-planning often appeared to be lacking. Factors facilitating adherence were receiving support from family and healthcare providers, being motivated, and high self-efficacy. Conclusions Interventions that increase awareness concerning the risks of suboptimal adherence of AYAs with T1D are needed, that increase motivation to adhere by stressing the advantages, creating support and increasing self-efficacy, and that address action planning and goal parameters.
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- Hanan AlBurno
- Care and Public Health Research Institute, Maastricht University, Maastricht, P.O. Box 616, The Netherlands
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- Care and Public Health Research Institute, Maastricht University, Maastricht, P.O. Box 616, The Netherlands
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- Care and Public Health Research Institute, Maastricht University, Maastricht, P.O. Box 616, The Netherlands
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- Endocrinology and Diabetes Department, Hamad Medical Corporation, Doha, P.O. Box 3050, Qatar
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- Care and Public Health Research Institute, Maastricht University, Maastricht, P.O. Box 616, The Netherlands
- Department of Health Psychology, Open University of the Netherlands, Heerlen, P.O. Box 2960, The Netherlands
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Aljuhani R, Adas M, Alnaami R, Alshehri R, Alqarni R, NoorSaeed S, Al-Agha A. Comparing Real-Time Continuous Glucose Monitoring to Self-Monitoring of Blood Glucose: Advantages and Limitations for Children and Adolescents With Type 1 Diabetes. Cureus 2024; 16:e51496. [PMID: 38304693 PMCID: PMC10831320 DOI: 10.7759/cureus.51496] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Accepted: 12/10/2023] [Indexed: 02/03/2024] Open
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Objectives We aimed to determine the benefits and drawbacks of real-time continuous glucose monitoring (rtCGM) compared with those of self-monitoring of blood glucose (SMBG) in children and adolescents with type 1 diabetes (T1D) and their impact on glycemic control, hypo- and hyperglycemic episodes, exercise, quality of life, and psychosocial factors. Methodology This quantitative, comparative, cross-sectional study was conducted between July 2022 and March 2023 at the Pediatric Endocrine Outpatient Clinic, King Abdulaziz University Hospital, Saudi Arabia. Data were obtained via a clinical interview with children and adolescents with T1D aged 2-18 years. Results The study involved 121 participants, with 71 (58.7%) male patients and 50 (41.3%) female patients. The participants' mean age was 11.9 ± 4.4 years. Compared with patients using SMBG, patients using rtCGM demonstrated a more significant decrease in the mean glycated hemoglobin (HbA1c) level from baseline (7.79 ± 1.17 vs. 8.92 ± 1.63, P = 0.001), a reduction in the number of hypoglycemic episodes (85.7% vs. 70.6%, P = 0.028), and stable blood glucose level during exercise (97.2% vs. 76.4%, P = 0.001). Additionally, 65 (92.9%) rtCGM users had undisturbed sleep compared with 22 (43.1%) SMBG users. Approximately 64 (91.4%) rtCGM users reported that the sensor helped decrease their anxiety levels and pain sensations. Conclusions In this novel study in Saudi Arabia, rtCGM demonstrated a significantly better impact than SMBG on glycemic control, hypo- and hyperglycemic episodes, and psychosocial factors in children and adolescents with T1D.
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- Reyof Aljuhani
- Medicine, King Abdulaziz University Hospital, Jeddah, SAU
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- Medicine, King Abdulaziz University Hospital, Jeddah, SAU
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- Medicine, King Abdulaziz University Hospital, Jeddah, SAU
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- Medicine, King Abdulaziz University Hospital, Jeddah, SAU
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- Medicine, King Abdulaziz University Hospital, Jeddah, SAU
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Peyyety V, Zupa MF, Hewitt B, Rodriguez Gonzalez A, Mani I, Prioleau T, McCurley J, Lin YK, Vajravelu ME. Barriers and Facilitators to Uptake of Continuous Glucose Monitoring for Management of Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus in Youth. Sci Diabetes Self Manag Care 2023; 49:426-437. [PMID: 37927056 PMCID: PMC10895543 DOI: 10.1177/26350106231205030] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/07/2023]
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PURPOSE The purpose of this study was to identify factors impacting the acceptability of continuous glucose monitoring (CGM) in adolescents and young adults (AYAs) with type 2 diabetes mellitus (T2DM). METHODS In this single-center study, semistructured interviews were conducted with AYAs with T2DM and their parents to determine attitudes about CGM, including barriers and facilitators. Interviews were audio-recorded, transcribed, and evaluated using thematic analysis. RESULTS Twenty AYAs and 10 parents participated (n = 30 total). AYAs were mean age 16.5 years (SD 2.2, range = 13.7-20.1) and had median diabetes duration of 1.3 years. Most were female (65%) and from minoritized background (40% non-Hispanic Black, 10% Hispanic, 5% Asian). Seven (35%) used CGM. The primary facilitator elicited was convenience over glucose meter use. Important barriers included the impact of physically wearing the device and drawing unwanted attention, desire for AYA privacy, and inadequate education about the device. CONCLUSIONS In this diverse sample of AYAs with T2DM and their parents, CGM was generally regarded as convenient, although concerns about worsening stigma and conflict with parents were prevalent. These findings can guide the development of patient-centered approaches to CGM for AYAs with T2DM, a critical step toward reducing inequities in diabetes technology uptake.
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- Vaishnavi Peyyety
- Division of Pediatric Endocrinology, Diabetes, and Metabolism and Center for Pediatric Research in Obesity and Metabolism, University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine, Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania
- UPMC Children's Hospital of Pittsburgh, Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania
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- Division of Endocrinology and Metabolism, University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine, Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania
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- Division of Pediatric Endocrinology, Diabetes, and Metabolism and Center for Pediatric Research in Obesity and Metabolism, University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine, Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania
- UPMC Children's Hospital of Pittsburgh, Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania
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- Division of Pediatric Endocrinology, Diabetes, and Metabolism and Center for Pediatric Research in Obesity and Metabolism, University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine, Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania
- UPMC Children's Hospital of Pittsburgh, Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania
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- Department of Psychology, San Diego State University, San Diego, California
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- Division of Metabolism, Endocrinology and Diabetes, University of Michigan, Ann Arbor, Michigan
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- Division of Pediatric Endocrinology, Diabetes, and Metabolism and Center for Pediatric Research in Obesity and Metabolism, University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine, Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania
- UPMC Children's Hospital of Pittsburgh, Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania
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Natale P, Chen S, Chow CK, Cheung NW, Martinez‐Martin D, Caillaud C, Scholes‐Robertson N, Kelly A, Craig JC, Strippoli G, Jaure A. Patient experiences of continuous glucose monitoring and sensor-augmented insulin pump therapy for diabetes: A systematic review of qualitative studies. J Diabetes 2023; 15:1048-1069. [PMID: 37551735 PMCID: PMC10755613 DOI: 10.1111/1753-0407.13454] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/03/2023] [Revised: 05/31/2023] [Accepted: 07/22/2023] [Indexed: 08/09/2023] Open
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AIMS Blood glucose control is central to the management of diabetes, and continuous glucose monitoring (CGM) improves glycemic control. We aimed to describe the perspectives of people with diabetes using CGM. MATERIALS AND METHODS We performed a systematic review of qualitative studies. RESULTS Fifty-four studies involving 1845 participants were included. Six themes were identified: gaining control and convenience (reducing pain and time, safeguarding against complications, achieving stricter glucose levels, and sharing responsibility with family); motivating self-management (fostering ownership, and increasing awareness of glycemic control); providing reassurance and freedom (attaining peace of mind, and restoring social participation); developing confidence (encouraged by the endorsement of others, gaining operational skills, customizing settings for ease of use, and trust in the device); burdened with device complexities (bewildered by unfamiliar technology, reluctant to rely on algorithms, overwhelmed by data, frustrated with malfunctioning and inaccuracy, distressed by alerts, and bulkiness of machines interfering with lifestyle); and excluded by barriers to access (constrained by cost, lack of suppliers). CONCLUSIONS CGM can improve self-management and confidence in patients managing diabetes. However, the technical issues, uncertainty in readings, and cost may limit the uptake. Education and training from the health professionals may help to reduce the practical and psychological burden for better patient outcomes.
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- Patrizia Natale
- Sydney School of Public HealthThe University of SydneySydneyAustralia
- Department of Precision and Regenerative Medicine and Ionian Area (DIMEPRE‐J)University of Bari Aldo MoroBariItaly
- Nephrology, Dialysis and Transplantation Unit, Department of Medical and Surgical SciencesUniversity of FoggiaFoggiaItaly
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- Sydney School of Public HealthThe University of SydneySydneyAustralia
- Centre for Kidney ResearchThe Children's Hospital at WestmeadSydneyAustralia
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- Westmead Applied Research CentreWestmead HospitalSydneyAustralia
- Sydney Medical SchoolThe University of SydneySydneyAustralia
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- Westmead Applied Research CentreWestmead HospitalSydneyAustralia
- Sydney Medical SchoolThe University of SydneySydneyAustralia
- Westmead Clinical SchoolWestmead HospitalSydneyAustralia
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- The University of Sydney Nano Institute (Sydney Nano)The University of SydneySydneyAustralia
- School of Biomedical EngineeringThe University of SydneySydneyAustralia
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- Charles Perkins CentreThe University of SydneySydneyAustralia
- School of Medical SciencesThe University of SydneySydneyAustralia
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- Sydney School of Public HealthThe University of SydneySydneyAustralia
- Centre for Kidney ResearchThe Children's Hospital at WestmeadSydneyAustralia
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- Centre for Kidney ResearchThe Children's Hospital at WestmeadSydneyAustralia
- School of Health and Medicine, South Western Sydney CampusUniversity of New South WalesSydneyAustralia
- Rheumatology DepartmentLiverpool HospitalSydneyAustralia
- Ingham Institute of Applied Medical ResearchSydneyAustralia
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- College of Medicine and Public HealthFlinders UniversityAdelaideAustralia
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- Sydney School of Public HealthThe University of SydneySydneyAustralia
- Department of Precision and Regenerative Medicine and Ionian Area (DIMEPRE‐J)University of Bari Aldo MoroBariItaly
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- Sydney School of Public HealthThe University of SydneySydneyAustralia
- Centre for Kidney ResearchThe Children's Hospital at WestmeadSydneyAustralia
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Tanenbaum ML, Commissariat PV. Experience with burdens of diabetes device use that affect uptake and optimal use in people with type 1 diabetes. Endocr Connect 2023; 12:e230193. [PMID: 37522857 PMCID: PMC10503226 DOI: 10.1530/ec-23-0193] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/21/2023] [Accepted: 07/31/2023] [Indexed: 08/01/2023]
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Diabetes technology continues to advance, with more individuals with type 1 diabetes (T1D) adopting insulin pumps, continuous glucose monitoring (CGM), and automated insulin delivery (AID) systems that integrate real-time glucose data with an algorithm to assist with insulin dosing decisions. These technologies are linked with benefits to glycemic outcomes (e.g. increased time in target range), diabetes management behaviors, and quality of life. However, current devices and systems are not without barriers and hassles for the user. The intent of this review is to describe the personal challenges and reactions that users experience when interacting with current diabetes technologies, which can affect their acceptance and motivation to engage with their devices. This review will discuss user experiences and strategies to address three main areas: (i) the emotional burden of utilizing a wearable device; (ii) the perceived and experienced negative social consequences of device use; and (iii) the practical challenges of wearing devices.
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- Molly L Tanenbaum
- Division of Endocrinology, Gerontology, and Metabolism, Department of Medicine, Stanford University School of Medicine, Stanford, California, USA
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- Section on Clinical, Behavioral, and Outcomes Research, Joslin Diabetes Center, Boston, Massachusetts, USA
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Lin YK, Agni A, Chuisano S, Fetters MD, Funnell M, Pop-Busui R, DeJonckheere MJ. Patient-Reported Usefulness and Challenges in Using Hypoglycemia-Informing Features of Continuous Glucose Monitors to Manage Hypoglycemia. Sci Diabetes Self Manag Care 2023; 49:229-238. [PMID: 37086168 PMCID: PMC10960636 DOI: 10.1177/26350106231168859] [Citation(s) in RCA: 3] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 04/23/2023]
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PURPOSE The purpose of this study series, which involves a questionnaire survey and qualitative interviews, was to (a) evaluate patient-reported usefulness of continuous glucose monitor (CGM) hypoglycemia-informing features and (b) identify challenges in using these features (ie, CGM glucose numbers, trend arrows, trend graphs, and hypoglycemia alarms) during hypoglycemia in adults with type 1 diabetes (T1DM). METHODS A cross-sectional questionnaire survey study was conducted with adults who have T1DM and were using CGMs to assess the perceived usefulness of hypoglycemia-informing features. A semistructured interview study with T1DM CGM-using adults and inductive thematic analysis were subsequently performed to identify challenges in using CGM hypoglycemia-informing features to manage hypoglycemia. RESULTS In the survey study (N = 252), the CGM glucose numbers, trend arrows, trend graphs, and hypoglycemia alarms were found to be very useful by 79%, 70%, 43%, and 64% of participants, respectively. Several challenges in using these features to manage hypoglycemia were identified in the qualitative study (N = 23): (1) hypoglycemia information not fully reliable,; (2) unpredictability of future blood glucose levels, (3) lack of awareness about how information can be used, and (4) disruptions associated with information. CONCLUSIONS Although the majority of T1DM adults found their CGMs' hypoglycemia-informing features helpful, challenges in optimally using these features persisted. Targeted knowledge and behavioral interventions could improve CGM use to reduce hypoglycemia.
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- Yu Kuei Lin
- Division of Metabolism, Endocrinology and Diabetes, Department of Internal Medicine, University of Michigan Medical School, Ann Arbor, Michigan
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- Department of Family Medicine, University of Michigan Medical School, Ann Arbor, Michigan
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- Department of Family Medicine, University of Michigan Medical School, Ann Arbor, Michigan
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- Department of Family Medicine, University of Michigan Medical School, Ann Arbor, Michigan
- Mixed Methods Program, University of Michigan Medical School, Ann Arbor, Michigan
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- Department of Learning Health Sciences, University of Michigan Medical School, Ann Arbor, Michigan
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- Division of Metabolism, Endocrinology and Diabetes, Department of Internal Medicine, University of Michigan Medical School, Ann Arbor, Michigan
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- Department of Family Medicine, University of Michigan Medical School, Ann Arbor, Michigan
- Mixed Methods Program, University of Michigan Medical School, Ann Arbor, Michigan
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Lin YK, Agni A, Chuisano S, de Zoysa N, Fetters M, Amiel SA, Pop-Busui R, DeJonckheere M. 'You have to use everything and come to some equilibrium': a qualitative study on hypoglycemia self-management in users of continuous glucose monitor with diverse hypoglycemia experiences. BMJ Open Diabetes Res Care 2023; 11:e003415. [PMID: 37349107 PMCID: PMC10314535 DOI: 10.1136/bmjdrc-2023-003415] [Citation(s) in RCA: 3] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/21/2023] [Accepted: 06/08/2023] [Indexed: 06/24/2023] Open
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INTRODUCTION Although continuous glucose monitoring systems (CGMs) can help reduce hypoglycemia, about one-quarter of people with type 1 diabetes (T1D) who use CGMs still either spend at least 1% of the time with dangerously low blood glucose or develop severe hypoglycemia. This study explored experiences around hypoglycemia self-management in people who are living with T1D and using CGMs to identify factors contributing to hypoglycemia development. RESEARCH DESIGN AND METHODS Purposive sampling and semistructured interviews with 28 respondents with T1D and using CGMs were conducted to explore experiences around hypoglycemic episodes and hypoglycemia self-management during CGM use. Open coding and thematic analysis were employed to identify emergent themes related to hypoglycemia experiences. RESULTS About one-third of respondents each respectively spent 0%, 0.1%-0.9% and ≥1% of time in level 2 hypoglycemia; 39% had impaired awareness of hypoglycemia and 32% had severe hypoglycemia in the past 6 months. Four themes were generated: (1) prioritizing symptoms over CGM data (subthemes: hypoglycemia symptoms for confirming hypoglycemia and prompting management actions; minimal management actions without hypoglycemia symptoms); (2) distraction from the demands of daily life; (3) concerns about hypoglycemia management choices (subthemes: fear of rebound hyperglycemia; other health consequences related to sugary food consumption; aversions to treatment foods and treatment food consumption); and (4) social influences on management choices (subthemes: positively perceived social support and inclusion; unwanted attention to oneself or concerns about inconveniencing others; social stigma and criticism related to hypoglycemia and CGM use). CONCLUSIONS Despite using CGMs, people with T1D can face a complex biopsychosocial process of managing hypoglycemia. Interventions for addressing psychosocial and behavioral barriers are needed to improve hypoglycemia self-management in those who continue to face challenges in minimizing hypoglycemia while using CGMs.
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- Yu Kuei Lin
- Department of Internal Medicine, University of Michigan, Ann Arbor, Michigan, USA
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- Department of Family Medicine, University of Michigan, Ann Arbor, Michigan, USA
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- Department of Family Medicine, University of Michigan, Ann Arbor, Michigan, USA
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- Department of Diabetes, King's College Hospital NHS Foundation Trust, London, UK
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- Department of Family Medicine, University of Michigan, Ann Arbor, Michigan, USA
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- Department of Internal Medicine, University of Michigan, Ann Arbor, Michigan, USA
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Manfredo J, Lin T, Gupta R, Abiola K, West M, Busin K, Tracey J, Brown EA, Magge SN, Wolf RM. Short-term use of CGM in youth onset type 2 diabetes is associated with behavioral modifications. Front Endocrinol (Lausanne) 2023; 14:1182260. [PMID: 37313442 PMCID: PMC10258317 DOI: 10.3389/fendo.2023.1182260] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/08/2023] [Accepted: 05/10/2023] [Indexed: 06/15/2023] Open
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Background Continuous glucose monitoring (CGM) is beneficial to glycemic control in youth with type 1 diabetes (T1D) and adults with type 2 diabetes (T2D); however, studies in youth with T2D are limited. Objective Determine if 10-day trial CGM use in youth with T2D improves glycemic control and behavioral modifications. Methods Youth with T2D > 3 months, on insulin, with no prior CGM use were enrolled. Staff placed CGM and provided education. Participants received 5-day and 10-day follow-up phone calls to review CGM data, behavioral modifications, and adjust insulin doses as needed. We compared 5-day to 10-day TIR, and baseline to 3-6 month HbA1c via paired t-test. Results Participants (n=41) had median age of 16.2 y, were 61% female, 81% NH Black, median diabetes duration of 0.8 y, and baseline HbA1c of 10.3%. A majority had household income<$50,000 (81%) and parental education level of HS or less (73%). Average 5-day TIR 49% was similar to 10-day TIR 51% (p=0.62). There was no change in HbA1c after 3-6 months (10.2% v 10.3%, p=0.89). Nineteen participants completed full 10-day CGM use; of those, 84% wanted a CGM long-term. Adolescents reported behavioral changes including increased blood sugar checks, increased insulin administration and overall improved diabetes management. Conclusion Although 10-day CGM use did not impact short-term or long-term glycemic control in youth with T2D, most participants reported behavioral changes and wanted to continue using CGM. Future studies with longer use of CGM may clarify the potential impact of CGM in youth with T2D.
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Grundman JB, Majidi S, Perkins A, Streisand R, Monaghan M, Marks BE. Applying the use of shared medical appointments (SMAs) to improve continuous glucose monitor (CGM) use, glycemic control, and quality of life in marginalized youth with type 1 diabetes: Study protocol for a pilot prospective cohort study. Contemp Clin Trials Commun 2023; 32:101067. [PMID: 36698741 PMCID: PMC9868328 DOI: 10.1016/j.conctc.2023.101067] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/05/2022] [Revised: 12/08/2022] [Accepted: 01/14/2023] [Indexed: 01/18/2023] Open
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Background Continuous glucose monitors (CGMs) have been associated with improved glycemic control and diabetes-related quality of life in youth with type 1 diabetes (T1D), however use is lowest among youth from low-income households and racial/ethnic minorities. Shared medical appointments (SMAs) have been shown to improve glycemic control and reduce diabetes distress in adolescents with T1D, but a focus on marginalized youth has been lacking. This prospective cohort pilot study will assess feasibility and acceptability of the SMA intervention and impact on CGM uptake and sustained use, glycemic control, and diabetes distress in marginalized youth with elevated hemoglobin A1c (HbA1C). Methods The pilot study will recruit 20 publicly insured youth with T1D aged 8-12 years who identify as non-Hispanic Black or Latinx and have had at least one HbA1C value > 8% in the past year and their primary caretaker. The trial will employ an enrollment visit, SMA visits every 3 months over a 12-month study period, and a 6-month follow-up observational period. Feasibility measures include proportion of eligible youth successfully recruited for participation, proportion initiating CGM, SMA attendance, and retention through study completion. Acceptability will be assessed using satisfaction surveys. Changes in glycemic control will be assessed using CGM metrics and A1c from baseline to completion of the 12-month SMA intervention, as well as 3 and 6-months after completion of the SMA intervention. Conclusion Implementing SMAs for marginalized youth has the potential to address diabetes disparities by optimizing clinical and psychosocial outcomes for the most vulnerable youth living with T1D.Trial Registration: https://clinicaltrials.gov/ct2/show/NCT05431686.
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- Jody B. Grundman
- Division of Endocrinology, Children's National Hospital, 111 Michigan Ave NW, Washington, DC, USA,Corresponding author.
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- Division of Endocrinology, Children's National Hospital, 111 Michigan Ave NW, Washington, DC, USA,George Washington University School of Medicine and Health Sciences, 2300 I St NW, Washington, DC, 20052, USA
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- Division of Endocrinology, Children's National Hospital, 111 Michigan Ave NW, Washington, DC, USA
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- Division of Endocrinology, Children's National Hospital, 111 Michigan Ave NW, Washington, DC, USA,George Washington University School of Medicine and Health Sciences, 2300 I St NW, Washington, DC, 20052, USA
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- Division of Endocrinology, Children's National Hospital, 111 Michigan Ave NW, Washington, DC, USA
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- Children's Hospital of Philadelphia, 3401 Civic Center Blvd, Philadelphia, PA, 19104, USA
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Bell T, Hazel E. Psychosocial Assessment Tools for Youth with Type 1 Diabetes: a 10-Year Review. Curr Diab Rep 2022; 22:549-569. [PMID: 36422793 DOI: 10.1007/s11892-022-01494-9] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Accepted: 10/27/2022] [Indexed: 11/27/2022]
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PURPOSE OF REVIEW There is a notable lack of consistency in the measurement of psychosocial factors affecting youth with type 1 diabetes, resulting in a need for increased measurement standardization and establishment of measures tailored to capture unique experiences faced by youth. This review sought to assess 10 years of extant literature (2011 to 2020) to identify which established measurement tools are commonly used and to evaluate new measurement tools that were introduced during this period. RECENT FINDINGS There are a variety of psychosocial factors affecting youth, and assessment of these measures has shown substantial variability. Our review found that most frequently cited scales were those pertaining to self-efficacy, diabetes distress, family conflict, autonomy, and fear of hypoglycemia. During our review period, experts developed and validated 21 new scales, the majority of which sought to evaluate areas pertaining to diabetes distress. Of the common scales and newly developed scales identified in this review, psychometric properties showcase high reliability and validity, and items are becoming increasingly specific to youth but still lack assessment of how youth perceive technology's impact on diabetes management. The field would benefit from measures employing more nuanced age specificity and addressing technology usage.
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Root A, Connolly C, Majors S, Ahmed H, Toma M. OUP accepted manuscript. J Am Med Inform Assoc 2022; 29:1381-1390. [PMID: 35582891 PMCID: PMC9277631 DOI: 10.1093/jamia/ocac069] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/12/2021] [Revised: 03/30/2022] [Accepted: 04/28/2022] [Indexed: 11/13/2022] Open
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Objective Recent technological development along with the constraints imposed by the coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) pandemic have led to increased availability of patient-generated health data. However, it is not well understood how to effectively integrate this new technology into large health systems. This article seeks to identify interventions to increase utilization of electronic blood glucose monitoring for patients with diabetes. Materials and Methods A large randomized controlled trial tested the impact of multiple interventions to promote use of electronic blood glucose tracking. The total study sample consisted of 7052 patients with diabetes across 68 providers at 20 selected primary care offices. The design included 2 stages: First, primary care practices were randomly assigned to have their providers receive education regarding blood glucose flowsheet orders. Then, patients in the treated practices were assigned to 1 of 4 reminder interventions. Results Provider education successfully increased provider take-up of an online blood glucose monitoring tool by 64 percentage points, while a comparison of reminder interventions revealed that emphasizing accountability to the provider encouraged patients to track their blood glucose online. An assessment of downstream outcomes revealed impacts of the interventions on prescribing behavior and A1c testing frequency. Discussion It is important to understand how health systems can practically promote take-up and awareness of emerging digital health alternatives or those with persistently low utilization in clinical settings. Conclusion These results indicate that provider training and support are critical first steps to promote utilization of patient-generated health data, and that patient communications can provide further motivation.
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- Inova Health System, Falls Church, Virginia, USA
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- Corresponding Author: Mattie Toma, 1800 F Street NW, Washington, DC, USA;
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Divan V, Greenfield M, Morley CP, Weinstock RS. Perceived Burdens and Benefits Associated With Continuous Glucose Monitor Use in Type 1 Diabetes Across the Lifespan. J Diabetes Sci Technol 2022; 16:88-96. [PMID: 33356514 PMCID: PMC8875068 DOI: 10.1177/1932296820978769] [Citation(s) in RCA: 11] [Impact Index Per Article: 5.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/22/2022]
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BACKGROUND Continuous glucose monitors (CGMs) help people with type 1 diabetes (T1D) improve their glycemic profiles but are underutilized. To better understand why, perceived CGM burdens and benefits in nonusers versus users with type 1 diabetes across the lifespan were assessed. METHODS Burdens (BurCGM) and benefits of CGM (BenCGM) questionnaires were completed during T1D outpatient visits (n = 1334) from February 2019 to February 2020. Mean scores were calculated (scale one to five; higher scores reflect greater perceived burdens/benefits). Data were collected from medical records including glycated hemoglobin (HbA1c) within 3 months of the visit. RESULTS Individuals of all ages using CGM described more benefits and less burdens (mean scores 4.48 and 1.69, respectively) when compared with those who were not using CGM (mean score 4.19 and 2.35, respectively) (P < .001). There were no differences in burdens or benefits by sex. Non-CGM users aged ≥50 years had higher mean BurCGM scores than those aged <50 years (P = .004); the cost was the greatest barrier in those aged 27+ years. Other burdens were readings not trusted, painful to wear, and takes too much time to use. For those aged 65+, nonusers versus users, 18.5% versus 3.1% agreed with "it was too hard to understand CGM information," and 21.4% versus 7.7% agreed that CGM causes too much worry. Mean HbA1C was lower in CGM users (8.1%) versus non-CGM users (mean A1c 9.1%; P < .001). CONCLUSIONS CGM was perceived as having more burdens and less benefits in nonusers, with differences in concerns varying across the lifespan. Lower costs and age-appropriate education are needed to address these barriers.
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- Vidita Divan
- Department of Medicine, Upstate Medical University, Syracuse NY, USA
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- Public Health and Preventive Medicine, Upstate Medical University, Syracuse, NY, USA
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- Department of Medicine, Upstate Medical University, Syracuse NY, USA
- Ruth S. Weinstock, MD, PhD, Distinguished Service Professor, Upstate Medical University, 750 East Adams Street, CWB 353, Syracuse, NY 13210, USA.
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Messer LH, Cook PF, Lowe NK, Hood KK, Driscoll KA, Hernandez TL. Predicting optimal use of continuous glucose monitors in adolescents with type 1 diabetes: It's about benefit and burden. J Pediatr Nurs 2022; 62:23-29. [PMID: 34861605 DOI: 10.1016/j.pedn.2021.11.016] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/17/2021] [Revised: 10/13/2021] [Accepted: 11/13/2021] [Indexed: 11/27/2022]
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PURPOSE Youth with type 1 diabetes (T1D) often use Continuous Glucose Monitoring (CGM) devices; however, many do not wear them consistently enough to obtain optimal glycemic benefit. This study aimed to identify demographic and psychosocial predictors of optimal CGM use in adolescents with T1D to inform nurse-led interventions to improve adherence. DESIGN AND METHODS Cross-sectional survey data from youth (12-19 years) using CGM were analyzed to determine whether perceived benefits/burdens of CGM, self-efficacy, and coping predicted being a "CGM Optimizer" (wearing CGM 6-7 days/week) or "CGM Sub-user." RESULTS Of 282 adolescents (54% female), 161 were CGM Optimizers and 121 were CGM Sub-Users. Optimizers were younger (15.91 ± 2.17 years vs. 16.79 ± 2.17, p = 0.001), more likely non-Hispanic White (91.9% vs 83.5%, p = 0.029), and more likely to have private insurance (82.0% vs. 69.4%, p = 0.009). Every 1-point increase on Benefits of CGM scale was associated with 2.8 times greater odds of being an Optimizer (OR = 2.82, 95% CI 1.548-5.132, p = 0.001), and every 1-point increase on the Burdens of CGM scale was associated with a 52% decrease in odds (OR = 0.48, 95% CI = 0.283-0.800, p = 0.005), with final logistic regression model (including only these two predictors) explaining 22.3% of variance. CONCLUSION CGM Optimizing adolescents were more likely to perceive higher benefit and lower burden of CGM. PRACTICAL IMPLICATIONS Nurse-led interventions to promote benefits of CGM and mitigate burden may help youth increase adherence with CGM to achieve glycemic benefit.
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- Laurel H Messer
- Barbara Davis Center, University of Colorado School of Medicine, Aurora, CO, United States of America; College of Nursing, University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus, Aurora, CO, United States of America.
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- College of Nursing, University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus, Aurora, CO, United States of America
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- College of Nursing, University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus, Aurora, CO, United States of America
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- Department of Pediatrics, Stanford University School of Medicine, Palo Alto, CA, United States of America
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- University of Florida, Diabetes Institute, Gainesville, FL, United States of America
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- College of Nursing, University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus, Aurora, CO, United States of America; Department of Medicine, Division of Endocrinology, Metabolism, and Diabetes, University of Colorado, Aurora, CO, United States of America; Children's Hospital Colorado, Aurora, CO, United States of America
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Hood KK, Laffel LM, Danne T, Nimri R, Weinzimer SA, Sibayan J, Bailey RJ, Schatz D, Bratina N, Bello R, Punel A, Calhoun P, Beck RW, Bergenstal RM, Phillip M. Lived Experience of Advanced Hybrid Closed-Loop Versus Hybrid Closed-Loop: Patient-Reported Outcomes and Perspectives. Diabetes Technol Ther 2021; 23:857-861. [PMID: 34270328 PMCID: PMC9009590 DOI: 10.1089/dia.2021.0153] [Citation(s) in RCA: 14] [Impact Index Per Article: 4.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 01/20/2023]
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This article reports on the lived experience of Medtronic advanced hybrid closed-loop (AHCL) in comparison to first generation hybrid closed-loop (HCL) in a randomized, open-label, two-period crossover trial. Patient-reported outcome (PROs) measures were administered before randomization and at the end of each study period in 113 adolescents and young adults with type 1 diabetes. Glucose monitoring satisfaction subscales for emotional burden and behavioral burden improved significantly (P < 0.01) over time with use of AHCL versus HCL and co-occurred with glycemic improvements (reduced percent time above 180 mg/dL during the day and no change in % time less than 54 mg/dL across 24 h) and greater time in Auto Mode. PROs, including distress, technology attitudes, and hypoglycemia confidence, were not different. AHCL use was associated with improved glucose monitoring satisfaction. Satisfaction was greater in those participants who had more appreciable glycemic benefit and stayed in Auto Mode more often. Clinical Trial Registration number: NCT03040414.
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- Korey K. Hood
- Departments of Pediatrics, Psychiatry and Behavioral Sciences, Stanford Diabetes Research Center, Stanford University School of Medicine, Stanford, California, USA
- Address correspondence to: Korey K. Hood, PhD, Departments of Pediatrics, Psychiatry and Behavioral Sciences, Stanford Diabetes Research Center, Stanford University School of Medicine, 780 Welch Road, Stanford, CA 94304, USA
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- Joslin Diabetes Center, Harvard Medical School, Boston, Massachusetts, USA
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- Department of General Pediatrics and Endocrinology/Diabetelogy, Children's Hospital AUF DER BULt, Hannover, Germany
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- The Jesse Z and Sara Lea Shafer Institute for Endocrinology and Diabetes, National Center for Childhood Diabetes, Schneider Children's Medical Center of Israel, Petah Tikva, Israel
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- Pediatric Endocrinology & Diabetes, Yale University, New Haven, Connecticut, USA
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- Jaeb Center for Health Research Foundation, Inc., Tampa, Florida, USA
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- Jaeb Center for Health Research Foundation, Inc., Tampa, Florida, USA
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- Department of Pediatrics, University of Florida College of Medicine, Gainesville, Florida, USA
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- University Medical Center Ljubljana, University Children's Hospital, and Faculty of Medicine, University of Ljubljana, Ljubljana, Slovenia
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- The Jesse Z and Sara Lea Shafer Institute for Endocrinology and Diabetes, National Center for Childhood Diabetes, Schneider Children's Medical Center of Israel, Petah Tikva, Israel
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- International Diabetes Center, HealthPartners Institute, Minneapolis, Minnesota, USA
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- Jaeb Center for Health Research Foundation, Inc., Tampa, Florida, USA
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- Jaeb Center for Health Research Foundation, Inc., Tampa, Florida, USA
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- International Diabetes Center, HealthPartners Institute, Minneapolis, Minnesota, USA
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- The Jesse Z and Sara Lea Shafer Institute for Endocrinology and Diabetes, National Center for Childhood Diabetes, Schneider Children's Medical Center of Israel, Petah Tikva, Israel
- Sackler Faculty of Medicine, Tel Aviv University, Tel Aviv, Israel
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Marks BE, Kilberg MJ, Aliaj E, Fredkin K, Hudson J, Riva D, Román C, Kelly A, Putman MS. Perceptions of Diabetes Technology Use in Cystic Fibrosis-Related Diabetes Management. Diabetes Technol Ther 2021; 23:753-759. [PMID: 34185606 DOI: 10.1089/dia.2021.0201] [Citation(s) in RCA: 3] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/30/2022]
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Background: Diabetes technologies are associated with improvements in glycemic control and health-related quality of life among people with type 1 diabetes (T1D). Use and perceptions of continuous glucose monitors (CGM) and insulin pumps within the cystic fibrosis (CF) community have not been well studied. Methods: A 30-item online survey addressing cystic fibrosis-related diabetes (CFRD) diagnosis, CGM and insulin pump use, and perceptions of diabetes technologies was sent to a CF community group, including people with CF (pwCF) and parents of children with CF (cwCF). Results: The response rate was 11% (n = 120; 83 pwCF, 35 cwCF). Sixty-one percent of pwCF and 34% of cwCF reported a diagnosis of CFRD. CGM use was reported by 75% (n = 47) of respondents with CFRD but was discontinued by 19% (n = 9), most commonly due to cost and increased worry about glycemia. Insulin pump therapy was reported by 29% (n = 18 of 62) of respondents with CFRD and was discontinued by 28% (n = 5), most commonly due to pain or skin irritation. Overall, 91% agreed or strongly agreed that CGM facilitated CFRD management. Eighty-one percent agreed with at least five of seven positive statements about CGM as compared with 22% for insulin pumps. Potential embarrassment over device wear, concerns about cost, and pain were commonly held negative perceptions of both technologies. Conclusions: As compared with T1D and despite perceived benefits, rates of sustained diabetes technology use are low in the CFRD community. Better insurance coverage to mitigate cost, better patient education, and confirmation that these technologies improve health and patient-reported outcomes may increase uptake.
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- Brynn E Marks
- Division of Endocrinology and Diabetes, Children's National Hospital, Washington, District of Columbia, USA
- Department of Pediatrics, George Washington University School of Medicine & Health Sciences, Washington, District of Columbia, USA
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- Division of Endocrinology and Diabetes, Children's Hospital of Philadelphia, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, USA
- Department of Pediatrics, Perelman School of Medicine at the University of Pennsylvania, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, USA
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- Cystic Fibrosis Foundation, Bethesda, Maryland, USA
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- Cystic Fibrosis Foundation, Bethesda, Maryland, USA
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- Division of Endocrinology and Diabetes, Children's Hospital of Philadelphia, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, USA
- Department of Pediatrics, Perelman School of Medicine at the University of Pennsylvania, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, USA
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- Division of Endocrinology, Boston Children's Hospital, Boston, Massachusetts, USA
- Division of Endocrinology, Massachusetts General Hospital, Boston, Massachusetts, USA
- Departments of Pediatrics and Medicine, Harvard Medical School, Boston, Massachusetts, USA
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Dos Santos TJ, Rodrigues TC, Puñales M, Arrais RF, Kopacek C. Newest Diabetes-Related Technologies for Pediatric Type 1 Diabetes and Its Impact on Routine Care: a Narrative Synthesis of the Literature. CURRENT PEDIATRICS REPORTS 2021; 9:142-153. [PMID: 34430071 PMCID: PMC8377456 DOI: 10.1007/s40124-021-00248-7] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Accepted: 08/04/2021] [Indexed: 11/08/2022]
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Purpose of Review This review aims to address the actual state of the most advanced diabetes devices, as follows: continuous subcutaneous insulin infusions (CSII), continuous glucose monitoring systems (CGM), hybrid-closed loop (HCL) systems, and “Do-it-yourself” Artificial Pancreas Systems (DIYAPS) in children, adolescents, and young adults. This review has also the objective to assess the use of telemedicine for diabetes care across three different areas: education, social media, and daily care. Recent Findings Recent advances in diabetes technology after integration of CSII with CGM have increased the popularity of this treatment modality in pediatric age and shifted the standard diabetes management in many countries. We found an impressive transition from the use of CSII and/or CGM only to integrative devices with automated delivery systems. Although much has changed over the past 5 years, including a pandemic period that precipitated a broader use of telemedicine in diabetes care, some advances in technology may still be an additional burden of care for providers, patients, and caregivers. The extent of a higher rate of “auto-mode” use in diabetes devices while using the HCL/DIYAPS is essential to reduce the burden of diabetes treatment. Summary More studies including higher-risk populations are needed, and efforts should be taken to ensure proper access to cost-effective advanced technology on diabetes care. Supplementary Information The online version contains supplementary material available at 10.1007/s40124-021-00248-7.
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- Tiago Jeronimo Dos Santos
- Pediatrics Unit, Vithas Almería, Instituto Hispalense de Pediatría, Almería Andalusia, Spain.,Department of Preventive Medicine and Public Health, School of Medicine, Universidad Autónoma de Madrid/IdiPAZ, Madrid, Spain
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- Post Graduate Program in Medical Sciences - Endocrinology, Universidade Federal Do Rio Grande Do Sul, Endocrine Division, Hospital de Clínicas de Porto Alegre, Porto Alegre, Rio Grande Do Sul Brazil.,Diabetes Division, Hospital Moinhos de Vento, Porto Alegre, Rio Grande Do Sul Brazil
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- Institute for Children with Diabetes, Pediatric Endocrinology Unit, Hospital Nossa Senhora da Conceição, Porto Alegre, Rio Grande Do Sul Brazil
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- Department of Pediatrics, Pediatric Endocrinology Unit, Federal University of Rio Grande Do Norte, Natal, Rio Grande do Norte Brazil
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- Department of Pediatrics, Post Graduate Program in Pediatrics, Federal University of Health Sciences of Porto Alegre, Porto Alegre, Rio Grande do Sul Brazil
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Tanenbaum ML, Zaharieva DP, Addala A, Ngo J, Prahalad P, Leverenz B, New C, Maahs DM, Hood KK. 'I was ready for it at the beginning': Parent experiences with early introduction of continuous glucose monitoring following their child's Type 1 diabetes diagnosis. Diabet Med 2021; 38:e14567. [PMID: 33772862 PMCID: PMC8480902 DOI: 10.1111/dme.14567] [Citation(s) in RCA: 21] [Impact Index Per Article: 7.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/13/2020] [Revised: 03/01/2021] [Accepted: 03/06/2021] [Indexed: 12/13/2022]
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AIM This study aimed to capture the experience of parents of youth with recent onset Type 1 diabetes who initiated use of continuous glucose monitoring (CGM) technology soon after diagnosis, which is a new practice. METHODS Focus groups and individual interviews were conducted with parents of youth with Type 1 diabetes who had early initiation of CGM as part of a new clinical protocol. Interviewers used a semi-structured interview guide to elicit feedback and experiences with starting CGM within 30 days of diagnosis, and the benefits and barriers they experienced when adjusting to this technology. Groups and interviews were audio recorded, transcribed and analysed using content analysis. RESULTS Participants were 16 parents (age 44.13 ± 8.43 years; 75% female; 56.25% non-Hispanic White) of youth (age 12.38 ± 4.15 years; 50% female; 50% non-Hispanic White; diabetes duration 10.35 ± 3.89 months) who initiated CGM 11.31 ± 7.33 days after diabetes diagnosis. Overall, parents reported high levels of satisfaction with starting CGM within a month of diagnosis and described a high level of reliance on the technology to help manage their child's diabetes. All participants recommended early CGM initiation for future families and were committed to continue using the technology for the foreseeable future, provided that insurance covered it. CONCLUSION Parents experienced CGM initiation shortly after their child's Type 1 diabetes diagnosis as a highly beneficial and essential part of adjusting to living with diabetes.
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- Molly L. Tanenbaum
- Division of Endocrinology, Department of Pediatrics, School of Medicine, Stanford University, Stanford, CA, USA
- Stanford Diabetes Research Center, Stanford University School of Medicine, Stanford, CA, USA
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- Division of Endocrinology, Department of Pediatrics, School of Medicine, Stanford University, Stanford, CA, USA
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- Division of Endocrinology, Department of Pediatrics, School of Medicine, Stanford University, Stanford, CA, USA
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- Division of Endocrinology, Department of Pediatrics, School of Medicine, Stanford University, Stanford, CA, USA
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- Division of Endocrinology, Department of Pediatrics, School of Medicine, Stanford University, Stanford, CA, USA
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- Division of Endocrinology, Department of Pediatrics, School of Medicine, Stanford University, Stanford, CA, USA
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- Division of Endocrinology, Department of Pediatrics, School of Medicine, Stanford University, Stanford, CA, USA
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- Division of Endocrinology, Department of Pediatrics, School of Medicine, Stanford University, Stanford, CA, USA
- Stanford Diabetes Research Center, Stanford University School of Medicine, Stanford, CA, USA
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- Division of Endocrinology, Department of Pediatrics, School of Medicine, Stanford University, Stanford, CA, USA
- Stanford Diabetes Research Center, Stanford University School of Medicine, Stanford, CA, USA
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Datye KA, Tilden DR, Parmar AM, Goethals ER, Jaser SS. Advances, Challenges, and Cost Associated with Continuous Glucose Monitor Use in Adolescents and Young Adults with Type 1 Diabetes. Curr Diab Rep 2021; 21:22. [PMID: 33991264 PMCID: PMC8575075 DOI: 10.1007/s11892-021-01389-1] [Citation(s) in RCA: 9] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Accepted: 04/27/2021] [Indexed: 02/06/2023]
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PURPOSE OF REVIEW Continuous glucose monitors (CGM) are transforming diabetes management, yet adolescents and young adults (AYA) with type 1 diabetes (T1D) do not experience the same benefits seen with CGM use in adults. The purpose of this review is to explore advances, challenges, and the financial impact of CGM use in AYA with T1D. RECENT FINDINGS CGM studies in young adults highlight challenges and suggest unique barriers to CGM use in this population. Recent studies also demonstrate differences in CGM use related to race and ethnicity, raising questions about potential bias and emphasizing the importance of patient-provider communication. Cost of these devices remains a significant barrier, especially in countries without nationalized reimbursement of CGM. More research is needed to understand and address the differences in CGM utilization and to increase the accessibility of CGM therapy given the significant potential benefits of CGM in this high-risk group.
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- Karishma A Datye
- Ian M. Burr Division of Pediatric Endocrinology and Diabetes, Department of Pediatrics, Vanderbilt University Medical Center, 1500 21st Ave. South Suite 1514, Nashville, TN, 37212-3157, USA.
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- Ian M. Burr Division of Pediatric Endocrinology and Diabetes, Department of Pediatrics, Vanderbilt University Medical Center, 1500 21st Ave. South Suite 1514, Nashville, TN, 37212-3157, USA
- Division of Endocrinology, Diabetes and Metabolism, Department of Medicine, Vanderbilt University Medical Center, Nashville, TN, USA
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- Ian M. Burr Division of Pediatric Endocrinology and Diabetes, Department of Pediatrics, Vanderbilt University Medical Center, 1500 21st Ave. South Suite 1514, Nashville, TN, 37212-3157, USA
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- Ian M. Burr Division of Pediatric Endocrinology and Diabetes, Department of Pediatrics, Vanderbilt University Medical Center, 1500 21st Ave. South Suite 1514, Nashville, TN, 37212-3157, USA
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- Ian M. Burr Division of Pediatric Endocrinology and Diabetes, Department of Pediatrics, Vanderbilt University Medical Center, 1500 21st Ave. South Suite 1514, Nashville, TN, 37212-3157, USA
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Ruissen MM, Rodriguez-Gutierrez R, Montori VM, Kunneman M. Making Diabetes Care Fit—Are We Making Progress? FRONTIERS IN CLINICAL DIABETES AND HEALTHCARE 2021; 2:658817. [PMID: 36994329 PMCID: PMC10012071 DOI: 10.3389/fcdhc.2021.658817] [Citation(s) in RCA: 11] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/26/2021] [Accepted: 03/22/2021] [Indexed: 02/04/2023]
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The care of patients with diabetes requires plans of care that make intellectual, practical, and emotional sense to patients. For these plans to fit well, patients and clinicians must work together to develop a common understanding of the patient’s problematic human situation and co-create a plan of care that responds well to it. This process, which starts at the point of care, needs to continue at the point of life. There, patients work to fit the demands of their care plan along with the demands placed by their lives and loves. Thought in this way, diabetes care goes beyond the control of metabolic parameters and the achievement of glycemic control targets. Instead, it is a highly individualized endeavor that must arrive at a care plan that reflects the biology and biography of the patient, the best available research evidence, and the priorities and values of the patient and her community. It must also be feasible within the life of the patient, minimally disrupting those aspects of the patient life that are treasured and justify the pursuit of care in the first place. Patient-centered methods such as shared decision making and minimally disruptive medicine have joined technological advances, patient empowerment, self-management support, and expert patient communities to advance the fit of diabetes care both at the point of care and at the point of life.
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- Merel M. Ruissen
- Division of Endocrinology, Department of Medicine, Leiden University Medical Center, Leiden, Netherlands
- Knowledge and Evaluation Research Unit, Mayo Clinic, Rochester, MN, United States
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- Knowledge and Evaluation Research Unit, Mayo Clinic, Rochester, MN, United States
- Plataforma INVEST Medicina-UANL—KER Unit, KER Unit México, Universidad Autónoma de Nuevo León, Monterrey, Mexico
- Endocrinology Division, University Hospital “Dr José E González,”Monterrey, Mexico
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- Knowledge and Evaluation Research Unit, Mayo Clinic, Rochester, MN, United States
- Division of Endocrinology, Diabetes, Metabolism and Nutrition, Mayo Clinic, Rochester, MN, United States
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- Knowledge and Evaluation Research Unit, Mayo Clinic, Rochester, MN, United States
- Division of Medical Decision Making, Department of Biomedical Data Sciences, Leiden University Medical Center, Leiden, Netherlands
- *Correspondence: Marleen Kunneman,
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Ding K, Reynolds CM, Driscoll KA, Janicke DM. The Relationship Between Executive Functioning, Type 1 Diabetes Self-Management Behaviors, and Glycemic Control in Adolescents and Young Adults. Curr Diab Rep 2021; 21:10. [PMID: 33616838 DOI: 10.1007/s11892-021-01379-3] [Citation(s) in RCA: 9] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Accepted: 01/13/2021] [Indexed: 10/22/2022]
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PURPOSE OF REVIEW Understanding barriers to self-management behaviors and glycemic stability may inform specific needs for behavior change in adolescents and young adults with type 1 diabetes (T1D). The current review aims to systematically synthesize the literature on the relationships between executive functioning, self-management, and A1C in adolescents and young adults with T1D. Fifteen studies were retained in the current review. Study quality assessment for the majority of the studies were "Fair" or "Good." RECENT FINDINGS This review highlights several advances in research design, including use of longitudinal designs, data from multiple informants, and use of objective measures. Adolescents and young adults reported that more executive functioning weaknesses were related to decreased self-management behaviors and higher A1C. The current review demonstrated that self-perceived executive functioning weaknesses negatively impact self-management behaviors and A1C. Future research is needed to determine the utility of objective measures in assessing the relationships between executive functioning, T1D self-management, and A1C.
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- Ke Ding
- Department of Clinical and Health Psychology, University of Florida, P.O. Box 100165, Gainesville, Florida, 32610, USA.
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- Department of Clinical and Health Psychology, University of Florida, P.O. Box 100165, Gainesville, Florida, 32610, USA
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- Department of Clinical and Health Psychology, University of Florida, P.O. Box 100165, Gainesville, Florida, 32610, USA
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- Department of Clinical and Health Psychology, University of Florida, P.O. Box 100165, Gainesville, Florida, 32610, USA
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Messer LH, Tanenbaum ML, Cook PF, Wong JJ, Hanes SJ, Driscoll KA, Hood KK. Cost, Hassle, and On-Body Experience: Barriers to Diabetes Device Use in Adolescents and Potential Intervention Targets. Diabetes Technol Ther 2020; 22:760-767. [PMID: 32163719 DOI: 10.1089/dia.2019.0509] [Citation(s) in RCA: 65] [Impact Index Per Article: 16.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/29/2022]
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Background: Adolescents with diabetes have the highest A1cs of all age groups. Diabetes devices (insulin pumps and continuous glucose monitors [CGM]) can improve glycemic outcomes, and although the uptake of devices has increased, they remain underutilized in this population. This study characterizes adolescent-reported barriers to diabetes device use to determine targets for clinician intervention. Methods: We surveyed 411 adolescents with type 1 diabetes (mean age 16.30 ± 2.25 years) on barriers to diabetes device use, technology use attitudes (general and diabetes specific), benefits and burdens of CGM, self-efficacy for diabetes care, diabetes distress, family conflict, and depression. We characterize barriers to device uptake; assess demographic and psychosocial differences in device users, discontinuers, and nonusers; and determine differences in device use by gender and age. Results: The majority of adolescents used an insulin pump (n = 307, 75%) and more than half used CGM (n = 225, 55%). Cost/insurance-related concerns were the most commonly endorsed barrier category (61%) followed by wear-related issues (58.6%), which include the hassle of wearing the device (38%) and dislike of device on the body (33%). Adolescents who endorsed more barriers also reported more diabetes distress (P = 0.003), family conflict (P = 0.003), and depressive symptoms (P = 0.014). Pump and CGM discontinuers both endorsed more barriers and more negative perceptions of technology than current users, but reported no difference from device users in diabetes distress, family conflict, or depression. Gender was not related to the perceptions of devices. Conclusions: Clinicians can proactively assess attitudes toward diabetes technology and perceptions of benefits/burdens to encourage device uptake and potentially prevent device discontinuation among adolescents.
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- Laurel H Messer
- Barbara Davis Center, University of Colorado School of Medicine, Aurora, Colorado
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- Department of Pediatrics, Stanford University School of Medicine, Palo Alto, California
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- College of Nursing, University of Colorado, Aurora, Colorado
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- Department of Pediatrics, Stanford University School of Medicine, Palo Alto, California
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- Department of Pediatrics, Stanford University School of Medicine, Palo Alto, California
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- Department of Clinical and Health Psychology, University of Florida, Gainesville, Florida
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- Department of Pediatrics, Stanford University School of Medicine, Palo Alto, California
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Sakane N, Murata T, Tone A, Kato K, Kimura M, Kawashima S, Sawaki H, Hirota Y, Okada A, Kuroda A, Matsuhisa M, Watanabe T, Suganuma A, Nirengi S, Toyoda M. Development and Validation of the Continuous Subcutaneous Insulin Infusion-Related Quality-of-Life (CSII-QOL) Scale. Diabetes Technol Ther 2020; 22:216-221. [PMID: 31638420 DOI: 10.1089/dia.2019.0216] [Citation(s) in RCA: 3] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/31/2022]
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Background: Continuous subcutaneous insulin infusion (CSII) is associated with improved glycemic control, a reduced incidence of hypoglycemia, and improved quality of life (QOL). To date, however, there has been no QOL scale specific to CSII. The objective of this study was to develop and validate a scale to measure CSII-QOL for people with type 1 diabetes (T1D). Methods: A total of 50 people with T1D aged ≥15 years who used CSII (28% males; age, 47.6 ± 17.0 years; duration of diabetes, 14.7 ± 9.7 years; duration of CSII use, 6.1 ± 3.3 years; HbA1c, 7.4% ± 0.8%) took part in the CSII-QOL study. Twenty-eight potential CSII-QOL items were developed in a combined approach consisting of semistructured patient interviews, expert input, and a literature search. The resulting CSII-QOL was tested for factor analysis, validity, reliability, and influencing factors. Results: The final 25-item questionnaire had a 3-domain structure ("convenience," "social restriction," and "psychological problems"), high internal consistency (Cronbach's alpha = 0.870), and substantial test-retest reliability (intraclass correlation coefficient = 0.65). The CSII-QOL score was correlated negatively with the Problem Areas in Diabetes score. Conclusion: The CSII-QOL is the first CSII-related QOL scale for people with T1D. This short, validated, and reliable instrument might potentially be useful in future clinical studies and routine clinical patient care. Further validation is required to confirm these issues because of the small and potentially biased sample (UMIN-CTR: UMIN000031595).
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- Naoki Sakane
- Division of Preventive Medicine, Clinical Research Institute and National Hospital Organization Kyoto Medical Center, Kyoto, Japan
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- Diabetes Center, National Hospital Organization Kyoto Medical Center, Kyoto, Japan
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- Diabetes Center, Okayama University Hospital, Okayama, Japan
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- Diabetes Center, National Hospital Organization Osaka National Hospital, Osaka, Japan
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- Division of Nephrology, Endocrinology and Metabolism, Department of Internal Medicine, Tokai University School of Medicine, Kanagawa, Japan
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- Sawaki Internal Medicine and Diabetes Clinic, Osaka, Japan
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- Division of Diabetes and Endocrinology, Department of Internal Medicine, Kobe University Graduate School of Medicine, Hyogo, Japan
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- Department of Internal Medicine, Okada Clinic, Fukuoka, Japan
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- Diabetes Therapeutics and Research Center, Institute of Advanced Medical Sciences, Tokushima University, Tokushima, Japan
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- Diabetes Therapeutics and Research Center, Institute of Advanced Medical Sciences, Tokushima University, Tokushima, Japan
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- Diabetes Center, National Hospital Organization Kyoto Medical Center, Kyoto, Japan
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- Division of Preventive Medicine, Clinical Research Institute and National Hospital Organization Kyoto Medical Center, Kyoto, Japan
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- Division of Preventive Medicine, Clinical Research Institute and National Hospital Organization Kyoto Medical Center, Kyoto, Japan
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- Division of Nephrology, Endocrinology and Metabolism, Department of Internal Medicine, Tokai University School of Medicine, Kanagawa, Japan
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Prahalad P, Zaharieva DP, Addala A, New C, Scheinker D, Desai M, Hood KK, Maahs DM. Improving Clinical Outcomes in Newly Diagnosed Pediatric Type 1 Diabetes: Teamwork, Targets, Technology, and Tight Control-The 4T Study. Front Endocrinol (Lausanne) 2020; 11:360. [PMID: 32733375 PMCID: PMC7363838 DOI: 10.3389/fendo.2020.00360] [Citation(s) in RCA: 36] [Impact Index Per Article: 9.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/06/2020] [Accepted: 05/07/2020] [Indexed: 12/12/2022] Open
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Many youth with type 1 diabetes (T1D) do not achieve hemoglobin A1c (HbA1c) targets. The mean HbA1c of youth in the USA is higher than much of the developed world. Mean HbA1c in other nations has been successfully modified following benchmarking and quality improvement methods. In this review, we describe the novel 4T approach-teamwork, targets, technology, and tight control-to diabetes management in youth with new-onset T1D. In this program, the diabetes care team (physicians, nurse practitioners, certified diabetes educators, dieticians, social workers, psychologists, and exercise physiologists) work closely to deliver diabetes education from diagnosis. Part of the education curriculum involves early integration of technology, specifically continuous glucose monitoring (CGM), and developing a curriculum around using the CGM to maintain tight control and optimize quality of life.
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- Priya Prahalad
- Division of Endocrinology, Department of Pediatrics, Stanford University, Stanford, CA, United States
- *Correspondence: Priya Prahalad
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- Division of Endocrinology, Department of Pediatrics, Stanford University, Stanford, CA, United States
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- Division of Endocrinology, Department of Pediatrics, Stanford University, Stanford, CA, United States
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- Division of Endocrinology, Department of Pediatrics, Stanford University, Stanford, CA, United States
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- Division of Endocrinology, Department of Pediatrics, Stanford University, Stanford, CA, United States
- Department of Management Science and Engineering, Stanford University, Stanford, CA, United States
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- Quantitative Sciences Unit, Division of Biomedical Informatics Research, Stanford University, Stanford, CA, United States
- Stanford Diabetes Research Center, Stanford, CA, United States
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- Division of Endocrinology, Department of Pediatrics, Stanford University, Stanford, CA, United States
- Stanford Diabetes Research Center, Stanford, CA, United States
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- Division of Endocrinology, Department of Pediatrics, Stanford University, Stanford, CA, United States
- Stanford Diabetes Research Center, Stanford, CA, United States
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Smith MB, Albanese-O'Neill A, Macieira TGR, Yao Y, Abbatematteo JM, Lyon D, Wilkie DJ, Haller MJ, Keenan GM. Human Factors Associated with Continuous Glucose Monitor Use in Patients with Diabetes: A Systematic Review. Diabetes Technol Ther 2019; 21:589-601. [PMID: 31335196 DOI: 10.1089/dia.2019.0136] [Citation(s) in RCA: 18] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.6] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/23/2022]
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Consistent continuous glucose monitor (CGM) use is associated with substantial improvements in glycemic control, yet the uptake and continued use of these technologies remains low. This systematic review aims to identify and summarize the state of science on human factors and their association with CGM use to inform training methods and best practices that support adherence to CGM use and automated insulin delivery systems. A literature search was conducted in PubMed, CINAHL, The Cochrane Library, and PsychInfo databases using PRISMA (Preferred Reporting Items for Systematic Reviews and Meta-Analyses) guidelines to identify studies that reported psychological human factors related to CGM or sensor-augmented pump use in patients with type 1 diabetes. In total, 389 records were identified through our database search and 26 studies published between 2010 and 2017 were included. Articles underwent quality appraisal using the Effective Public Health Practice Project Quality Assessment Tool and were categorized according to study outcomes. Identified human factors with a potential association with CGM use were treatment satisfaction, quality of life, emotional distress, and self-efficacy. Eight patient-reported barriers to CGM use were identified as a subcomponent of satisfaction. To date, studies of human factors associated with CGM use generally lack standardized measures and sufficient methodological rigor necessary to establish causation. A more robust understanding of how identified human factors influence CGM use is necessary. Future studies should test interventions that target human factors to improve consistency of use and establish best practices for enhancing patients' experience and acceptance of these technologies, especially within adolescents and young adults.
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- Madison B Smith
- PhD Program, College of Nursing, University of Florida, Gainesville, Florida
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- PhD Program, College of Nursing, University of Florida, Gainesville, Florida
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- Department of Biobehavioral Nursing Science, College of Nursing, University of Florida, Gainesville, Florida
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- Department of Biobehavioral Nursing Science, College of Nursing, University of Florida, Gainesville, Florida
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- Department of Biobehavioral Nursing Science, College of Nursing, University of Florida, Gainesville, Florida
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- Division of Pediatric Endocrinology, College of Medicine, University of Florida, Gainesville, Florida
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- Department of Family, Community, and Health System Science, College of Nursing, University of Florida, Gainesville, Florida
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De Ridder F, den Brinker M, De Block C. The road from intermittently scanned glucose monitoring to hybrid closed-loop systems: Part A. Keys to success: subject profiles, choice of systems, education. Ther Adv Endocrinol Metab 2019; 10:2042018819865399. [PMID: 31384420 PMCID: PMC6659176 DOI: 10.1177/2042018819865399] [Citation(s) in RCA: 12] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.4] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/15/2019] [Accepted: 07/02/2019] [Indexed: 12/14/2022] Open
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Managing type 1 diabetes (T1DM) is challenging and requires intensive glucose monitoring and titration of insulin in order to reduce the risk of complications. The use of continuous glucose monitoring (CGM) systems, either flash or intermittently scanned glucose monitoring (isCGM) or real-time (RT) CGM, has positively affected the management of type 1 diabetes with the potential to lower HbA1c, enhance time spent in range, reduce frequency and time spent in hypoglycemia and hyperglycemia, lower glycemic variability, and improve quality of life. In recent years, both CGM and pump technology have advanced, with improved functional features and integration, including low glucose suspend (LGS), predictive low glucose suspend (PLGS), and hybrid closed-loop (HCL) systems. In this review, we highlight the benefits and limitations of use of isCGM/RT-CGM for open-loop control and recent progress in closed-loop control systems. We also discuss different subject profiles for the different systems, and focus on educational aspects that are key to successful use of the systems.
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- Francesca De Ridder
- University of Antwerp, Faculty of Medicine &
Health Sciences, Laboratory of Experimental Medicine and Pediatrics (LEMP),
Antwerp, Belgium
- Antwerp University Hospital, Department of
Endocrinology-Diabetology-Metabolism, Antwerp, Belgium
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