Psychosocial and Human Factors During a Trial of a Hybrid Closed Loop System for Type 1 Diabetes Management

2018 ◽  
Vol 20 (10) ◽  
pp. 648-653 ◽  
Author(s):  
Rebecca N. Adams ◽  
Molly L. Tanenbaum ◽  
Sarah J. Hanes ◽  
Jodie M. Ambrosino ◽  
Trang T. Ly ◽  
...  
2019 ◽  
Vol 40 (6) ◽  
pp. 1521-1546 ◽  
Author(s):  
Rayhan A Lal ◽  
Laya Ekhlaspour ◽  
Korey Hood ◽  
Bruce Buckingham

Abstract Recent, rapid changes in the treatment of type 1 diabetes have allowed for commercialization of an “artificial pancreas” that is better described as a closed-loop controller of insulin delivery. This review presents the current state of closed-loop control systems and expected future developments with a discussion of the human factor issues in allowing automation of glucose control. The goal of these systems is to minimize or prevent both short-term and long-term complications from diabetes and to decrease the daily burden of managing diabetes. The closed-loop systems are generally very effective and safe at night, have allowed for improved sleep, and have decreased the burden of diabetes management overnight. However, there are still significant barriers to achieving excellent daytime glucose control while simultaneously decreasing the burden of daytime diabetes management. These systems use a subcutaneous continuous glucose sensor, an algorithm that accounts for the current glucose and rate of change of the glucose, and the amount of insulin that has already been delivered to safely deliver insulin to control hyperglycemia, while minimizing the risk of hypoglycemia. The future challenge will be to allow for full closed-loop control with minimal burden on the patient during the day, alleviating meal announcements, carbohydrate counting, alerts, and maintenance. The human factors involved with interfacing with a closed-loop system and allowing the system to take control of diabetes management are significant. It is important to find a balance between enthusiasm and realistic expectations and experiences with the closed-loop system.


2021 ◽  
Vol 2021 ◽  
pp. 1-4
Author(s):  
Guillermo E. Guzmán Gómez ◽  
Julian A. Viggiano ◽  
A. Silva-De Las Salas ◽  
Veline Martínez ◽  
María A. Urbano Bonilla

Objective. Closed-loop insulin systems represent a technological advance in diabetes management but have rarely been studied in pregnancy. We report a case of a patient with type 1 diabetes mellitus who was previously a user of the Paradigm VEO pump and then migrated to Medtronic 670G. Research Design and Methods. We reviewed the case of a G1P0 patient with type 1 diabetes, treated with the Medtronic 670G system during pregnancy; a comparison with current literature was done. Results. The patient achieved improved glycemic control as measured by time spent in different ranges as follows: <70 mg/dL, 8–4% and 70–180 mg/dL, 83–94%. Secondary outcomes included reduction of stress, anxiety, fear of hypoglycemia, and the psychological burden related to the disease. There were no obstetric or neonatal complications. Conclusion. The Medtronic 670G closed-loop system was used safely in a pregnant woman; nevertheless, further research is needed to validate this system in this patient population.


2021 ◽  
pp. 174239532098592
Author(s):  
D Rankin ◽  
B Kimbell ◽  
R Hovorka ◽  
J Lawton

Objectives Type 1 diabetes can have life-shattering consequences for adolescents and parents. A closed-loop system is a cutting-edge technology which automatically regulates glucose to reduce the burden of diabetes management. We explored adolescents’ and parents’ experiences of using this technology to understand how it affects their biographies and everyday lives. Methods In-depth interviews with 18 adolescents newly diagnosed with type 1 diabetes and 21 parents after ≥12 months experience using closed-loop technology. Data were analysed thematically. Results Participants reported very few disruptions to their lives when using a closed-loop. Reports of family conflict were minimal as the closed-loop enabled dietary flexibility and glucose levels to be checked effortlessly. Adolescents described doing ‘normal’ activities without worrying about high/low glucose, and parents reported allowing them to do so unsupervised because the closed-loop would regulate their glucose and keep them safe. Some adolescents expressed concerns about the visibility of components and, to avoid stigma, described curtailing activities such as swimming. Participants described how the closed-loop enabled adolescents to be in control of, or create distance from, diabetes. Discussion The closed-loop has life-enhancing consequences for both adolescents and parents and helps to reduce the biographical disruption of type 1 diabetes in this age group.


Diabetes ◽  
2018 ◽  
Vol 67 (Supplement 1) ◽  
pp. 1376-P
Author(s):  
GREGORY P. FORLENZA ◽  
BRUCE BUCKINGHAM ◽  
JENNIFER SHERR ◽  
THOMAS A. PEYSER ◽  
JOON BOK LEE ◽  
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Diabetes ◽  
2019 ◽  
Vol 68 (Supplement 1) ◽  
pp. 1066-P
Author(s):  
HALIS K. AKTURK ◽  
DOMINIQUE A. GIORDANO ◽  
HAL JOSEPH ◽  
SATISH K. GARG ◽  
JANET K. SNELL-BERGEON

Diabetes ◽  
2018 ◽  
Vol 67 (Supplement 1) ◽  
pp. 207-OR
Author(s):  
BRUCE A. BUCKINGHAM ◽  
JENNIFER SHERR ◽  
GREGORY P. FORLENZA ◽  
THOMAS A. PEYSER ◽  
JOON BOK LEE ◽  
...  

Diabetes ◽  
2021 ◽  
Vol 70 (Supplement 1) ◽  
pp. 102-LB
Author(s):  
ADRIAN E. PROIETTI ◽  
MARCIAL A. ANGÓS ◽  
ALEJANDRO DAIN ◽  
MARIELA I. ECHENIQUE ◽  
MARÍA L. KABAKIAN ◽  
...  

2016 ◽  
Vol 10 (5) ◽  
pp. 1108-1114 ◽  
Author(s):  
Jeniece Trast Ilkowitz ◽  
Ranjitha Katikaneni ◽  
Martin Cantwell ◽  
Neesha Ramchandani ◽  
Rubina A. Heptulla

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