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Development of a Novel Tool to Support Engagement With Continuous Glucose Monitoring Systems and Optimize Outcomes

Katharine D Barnard-Kelly1,2, William H Polonsky3

  • 1Faculty of Health and Social Sciences, Bournemouth University, Bournemouth, UK.

Journal of Diabetes Science and Technology
|May 23, 2019
PubMed

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Continuous Glucose Monitoring (CGM) systems can improve diabetes management. A revised leaflet helps people with type 1 diabetes personalize CGM use for better glucose control and understanding.

Area of Science:

  • Diabetes management
  • Endocrinology
  • Medical informatics

Background:

  • Continuous Glucose Monitoring (CGM) systems are increasingly used by people with diabetes, particularly type 1 diabetes (T1D).
  • Despite CGM use, many individuals with T1D do not meet American Diabetes Association HbA1c targets.
  • There is a need for tools to enhance personalized understanding and utilization of CGM data.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To develop and refine a practical tool for people with diabetes to improve their personalized understanding of CGM.
  • To enhance self-management strategies for individuals using CGM.

Main Methods:

  • A leaflet titled "Guidelines to Improve Glucose Control Using CGM" was created.
  • Semistructured interviews were conducted with 12 adults with T1D to gather feedback on the leaflet's relevance, readability, and usability.
  • Thematic analysis of interview data informed revisions to the leaflet content.

Main Results:

  • Participants highlighted specific information and advice needs related to CGM use.
  • The data emphasized the importance of personalizing CGM strategies for individual diabetes management.
  • Feedback focused on making the information actionable for self-management.

Conclusions:

  • Effective use of CGM systems is linked to improved medical and psychosocial outcomes.
  • Understanding user expectations, matching skills, and tailoring CGM use to individual needs are crucial for consistent benefits.
  • Personalized approaches are essential for maximizing the advantages of CGM for people with diabetes (PWD).
Abstract

Keywords:
continuous glucose monitoringengagementpsychosocialtype 1 diabetes

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