21^st Asia Pacific Diabetes Conference

Diabetes Technology: Continuous Glucose Monitoring and Insulin Delivery

Continuous Glucose Monitoring (CGM) is a cutting-edge technology that allows for real-time tracking of glucose levels throughout the day and night. This technology provides valuable insights into glucose trends and patterns, enabling more precise diabetes management. CGMs provide continuous data on glucose levels, typically updated every 5 minutes. Early warnings help prevent severe hypoglycemia by alerting users before levels drop too low. Many CGM systems integrate with smartphones, smart watches, and insulin pumps, providing comprehensive diabetes management. Insulin pumps are small, computerized devices that deliver continuous subcutaneous insulin infusion (CSII). They provide both basal (background) insulin and bolus (mealtime) insulin doses Smart pens record insulin doses, helping users and healthcare providers monitor and adjust therapy Users receive reminders for missed doses and alerts for potential dosing errors. Many smart pens can sync with smartphone apps to provide detailed reports and trends. Also known as artificial pancreas systems, hybrid closed-loop systems combine CGMs and insulin pumps to automate insulin delivery. By leveraging the advancements in CGM and insulin delivery technologies, individuals with diabetes can achieve better glycemic control, reduce complications, and improve their overall quality of life. These technologies represent a significant step forward in the journey towards more effective and personalized diabetes care.