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A qualitative study exploring patients' experiences regarding insulin pump use.

Zahra Khalil Alsairafi1, Felicity J Smith1,2, Kevin Michael Geoffrey Taylor2,3

  • 1Ministry of Health, Hawalli, Kuwait.

Saudi Pharmaceutical Journal : SPJ : the Official Publication of the Saudi Pharmaceutical Society
|May 31, 2018
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Insulin pumps significantly improve quality of life and adherence to doses for type 2 diabetes patients in Kuwait. This technology offers benefits over traditional insulin delivery methods, enhancing patient outcomes and satisfaction.

Area of Science:

  • Endocrinology and Metabolism
  • Medical Technology Assessment
  • Patient-Reported Outcomes

Background:

  • Type 2 diabetes poses a global health challenge, particularly in the Middle East, with prevalent issues of medicine misuse and poor glycaemic control.
  • Insulin pumps, an advanced medical technology, are underutilized in Kuwait for type 2 diabetes management, despite their potential benefits.
  • Limited data exists on patient experiences, device management, efficacy, and safety of insulin pumps in Kuwait.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To investigate the perspectives of adults with type 2 diabetes on using insulin pumps compared to prior insulin delivery methods.
  • To assess the impact of insulin pumps on glycaemic control, quality of life, patient preference, convenience, and adherence to medication.

Main Methods:

  • A qualitative study involving semi-structured interviews with adult patients using insulin pumps.
Keywords:
AdherenceInsulin pumpMiddle EastType 2 diabetes

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  • Participants were recruited from five major secondary-care hospitals in Kuwait.
  • Data analysis was conducted using MAXQDA-11 software.

    • Main Results:

    • Interviews with eight type 2 diabetes patients indicated improved glycaemic control and enhanced quality of life.
    • Patients reported increased satisfaction and better adherence to insulin doses when using insulin pumps.
    • Insulin pump use was perceived favorably compared to previous insulin delivery methods.

    Conclusions:

    • Insulin pumps offer significant advantages for type 2 diabetes patients, notably improving quality of life and medication adherence.
    • Healthcare professionals and policymakers in Kuwait should advocate for wider insulin pump implementation for type 2 diabetes patients.
    • Study findings can inform healthcare policy, guideline revisions, and patient education for insulin pump therapy.