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Published on: June 11, 2012
Insulin Pumps for Individuals With Type 2 Diabetes
Sean Brown1, Giulio R Romeo1, Elena Toschi1
1Joslin Diabetes Center, Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center, and Harvard Medical School, Boston, MA.
Abstract:
In recent years, an increasing number of studies have focused on the use of insulin pump therapy for managing type 2 diabetes. This article explores the various insulin pump therapy options, summarizes the current literature, and discusses key clinical considerations, including device selection, patient eligibility, and special populations such as young adults, older adults, and women during pregnancy. The authors provide a table outlining the benefits and barriers of commercially available pump systems to assist clinicians in making informed decisions about starting insulin pump therapy in adults with type 2 diabetes.
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