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[Diabetes technology (Update 2026)]
Ingrid Schütz-Fuhrmann1, B Rami-Merhar2, Sabine E Hofer3
1Medizinische Abteilung mit Stoffwechselerkrankungen und Nephrologie, Karl Landsteiner Institut für Endokrinologie und Stoffwechselerkrankungen, Klinik Hietzing, Wien, Österreich.
Wiener Klinische Wochenschrift
|May 20, 2026
Summary
The Austrian Diabetes Society (ÖDG) provides recommendations on using diabetes technology like continuous glucose monitoring (CGM) and insulin pumps. These guidelines also address access to these innovations for individuals with diabetes mellitus.
Area of Science:
- Endocrinology and Metabolism
- Medical Technology
Background:
- Diabetes technology offers significant potential for improving diabetes management.
- Access to and appropriate use of these technologies are crucial for patient outcomes.
Purpose of the Study:
- To provide evidence-based recommendations on the use of diabetes technology.
- To outline strategies for improving access to diabetes innovations for patients.
Main Methods:
- Systematic review of current scientific evidence.
- Consensus development by the Austrian Diabetes Society (ÖDG).
Main Results:
- Comprehensive guidelines covering continuous glucose monitoring (CGM), insulin pump therapy, and automated insulin delivery (AID) systems.
- Recommendations address practical aspects of technology use and patient access.
Conclusions:
- The ÖDG guidelines aim to optimize the integration of diabetes technology into routine care.
- Facilitating access to and effective utilization of these tools is essential for empowering individuals with diabetes mellitus.
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