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Inspire Therapy for Sleep Apnea: A Mask-Free Alternative
Inspire therapy offers a mask-free option for people with moderate to severe obstructive sleep apnea who cannot tolerate CPAP. This implantable system uses gentle nerve stimulation to keep the airway open during sleep. Many patients experience fewer breathing events, improved energy, and better sleep quality with long-term adherence.
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CGM Improves Diabetes Type 1 & 2: Evidence from Trials and Studies
Continuous glucose monitoring (CGM) has transformed how individuals with diabetes manage their condition. Whether using real-time CGM (rtCGM) or intermittent scanning CGM (isCGM), patients gain more than just numbers—they gain insight, control, and confidence.
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Closed-Loop Insulin Pump for Children Ages 2-6
March 2023 NEJM The PEDAP trial. The Pediatric Artificial Pancreas (PEDAP) clinical trial was conducted to compare the efficacy and safety of closed-loop insulin delivery with standard care in children with type 1 diabetes ages 2-6. Closed-loop insulin delivery is a system that automatically delivers insulin based on real-time glucose measurements. Standard care consisted of either an insulin pump or multiple daily injections of insulin plus a continuous glucose monitor. The closed-loop insulin delivery system used…
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Artificial pancreas in the hospital
The automated insulin pump has already shown great results in type 1 diabetes in an ambulatory setting. This study shows that it is as useful in type 2 diabetes patients treated in the hospital. Patients utilizing the “artificial pancreas” had better glycemic control, without an increased risk of hypoglycemia. I anticipate that closed-loop, automated insulin devices will become the “standard of care” for hospitalized patients with type 1 and type 2 diabetes in the future.…
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The semi-automated insulin pump performs well
The study reveals that the hybrid closed loop device, MiniMed 670g, helps in reducing A1c by 0.75% compared to standard insulin pumps. For those transitioning to it, carbohydrate to insulin ratio needs to be adjusted immediately. This semi-automated system, differently called semi-artificial pancreas, is a significant advancement in the field of type 1 diabetes. The device was approved by FDA in September 2016. GT
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How to insert FreeStyle Libre – the glucometer without fingersticks
FreeStyle Libre is the first glucometer without the use of fingersticks for measurements or calibration. It received the FDA approval in September 2017. Below is a nice video on how to apply the sensor and use the scanner. GT
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