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Continuous Glucose Monitoring in Hospital Settings: Enhancing Patient Care and Outcomes
Eileen R Faulds1, Michael Hughes2
1The Ohio State University College of Nursing, The Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center, Columbus, OH, USA.
The Medical Clinics of North America
|April 26, 2026
Summary
Continuous glucose monitoring (CGM) improves inpatient diabetes care by providing real-time data, enhancing safety, and boosting efficiency. This technology is crucial for better glycemic control and future AI-driven clinical support in hospitals.
Area of Science:
- Endocrinology
- Medical Technology
Background:
- Intermittent point-of-care testing has limitations for inpatient diabetes management.
- Continuous Glucose Monitoring (CGM) offers a valuable alternative with continuous data streams.
Purpose of the Study:
- To review current evidence on CGM use in inpatient settings (critical care and non-ICU).
- To discuss implementation strategies, regulatory aspects, and future potential of CGM in hospitals.
Main Methods:
- Literature review of current evidence on CGM in inpatient diabetes management.
- Analysis of implementation strategies, including protocols, calibration, alarms, and EHR integration.
Main Results:
- CGM improves key metrics like time in range and hypoglycemia detection.
- Enhanced workflow efficiency and patient safety are noted benefits.
- Successful implementation requires addressing protocols, calibration, alarms, and EHR integration.
Conclusions:
- CGM is a vital tool for current inpatient diabetes management, improving safety and care.
- It establishes a foundation for future advancements, including AI-driven clinical decision support.
- Evidence supports wider adoption of CGM in hospital settings for diabetes care.
Keywords:
Continuous glucose monitoring (CGM)Critical careGlucose monitoringHospitalInpatientNon-critical careMore Related Videos
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