In a nutshell This clinical trial is investigating the effects of an artificial pancreas (AP) system on brain function in older adults with type 1 diabetes (T1D). The main outcome to be measured will be change in alternate fuel uptake by the brain during hypoglycemia (dangerously low blood glucose). The details Glucose is used as fuel by the brain and...
Read MoreThe artificial pancreas in children with type 1 diabetes
In a nutshell This study compared the use of the artificial pancreas (APs) with sensor-augmented pumps (SAPs) in children with type 1 diabetes (T1D). It found that these devices decreased the amount of time spent in hypoglycemia (dangerously low blood glucose) but increased average glucose levels. Some background A traditional insulin pump...
Read MoreArtificial pancreas effective in regulating glucose in patients with well-controlled type 1 diabetes
In a nutshell This study compared a new method of insulin delivery, a hybrid closed-loop system, with standard insulin pumps in patients with type 1 diabetes (T1D). It was found that the time spent at the desired glucose concentration was improved with the closed-loop system. Some background A traditional insulin pump is a small device that...
Read MoreGlucagon: Treating hypoglycemia without the carbs?
In a nutshell This study investigated the effects of glucagon injection on insulin-induced hypoglycemia. The study concluded that glucagon restored blood sugars levels after mild hypoglycemia. Some background Hypoglycemia (very low blood sugar levels) is one of the major barriers of good blood sugar control. It is associated with a range of...
Read MoreCan you handle it? The current status of management of type 1 diabetes
In a nutshell This study investigated the effectiveness of the current management of type 1 diabetes. Some background HbA1c is a measurement indicating average blood glucose over 3 months. An HbA1c greater than 6.5% indicates diabetes. The American Diabetes Association suggests an HbA1c target of less than 7.0% for adults with type 1 diabetes. If...
Read MoreIs the artificial pancreas safe and effective for overnight use in type 1 diabetics living at home?
In a nutshell This trial aimed to determine the safety and effectiveness of an artificial pancreas in type 1 diabetics living at home. Some background An insulin pump allows patients with type 1 diabetes (T1D) to enter in the carbohydrate content of a meal and the pump releases insulin based on this. A continuous glucose monitor (CGM) is a device...
Read MoreIs the artificial pancreas safe and effective in young type 1 diabetics living at home?
In a nutshell This trial aimed to determine the safety and effectiveness of an artificial pancreas in young type 1 diabetics living at home. Some background An insulin pump allows patients with type 1 diabetes (T1D) to enter in the carbohydrate content of a meal and the pump releases insulin based on this. A continuous glucose monitor (CGM) is a...
Read MoreType 1 Diabetes: Our Life is Made Up of Numbers
Heroes are people who have the courage to turn challenges into advocacy. “Our life is made up of numbers.” Meri Schuhmacher is the mother of four sons: three of them have Type 1 diabetes. What is a typical day for Meri? “Our life is made up of numbers,” she says. She describes her day around blood glucose checks, “Nighttime blood...
Read MoreDo different meals affect glucose levels in people using an artificial pancreas?
In a nutshell This study examined the effects of adding protein and/or fat to a meal with a standard amount of carbohydrates, in adults with type 1 diabetes (T1D) using an artificial pancreas (AP). It was determined adding protein and/or fat did not affect glucose levels over time, but did influence the timing of spikes in glucose levels, and...
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