Publication
Title
Clinical practice recommendations on the routine use of Eversense, the first long-term implantable continuous glucose monitoring system
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Background: The use of real-time continuous glucose monitoring (rtCGM) systems has proved to positively impact the management of type 1 diabetes with the potential to lower HbA1c, reduce frequency and time spent in hypoglycemia, and lower glycemic variability. Nevertheless, the acceptance of rtCGM remains below expectations and the dropout rate within the first year has been reported to be 27%. Besides financial reasons due to limited reimbursement, reasons include the need for frequent sensor replacement, the discomfort of wearing a sensor, the presence of adverse skin reactions, or privacy. Thus, novel approaches to rtCGM are desired to overcome these barriers. The first long-term implantable rtCGM system diversifies the field of glucose monitoring further. However, due to its novelty, there are no published clinical practice guidelines available. Aims: The aim of this article is to set the foundation for a best clinical practice for the everyday clinical care using a long-term implantable CGM system. Methods: An international expert panel for the long-term implantable CGM system developed this best practice guidance. All participants were certified and experienced in the use of the Eversense® long-term implantable CGM system. The workflows from the respective clinics were presented, discussed and are summarized in an ideal care workflow outlined in these practice recommendations. Results: The participants agreed on the following aspects: definition of the patient population that will benefit from a long-term implantable CGM device; real-world experience on safety and accuracy of a long-term CGM; definition of the ideal sensor position; description of the optimal process for sensor insertion, removal, and replacement.
Language
English
Source (journal)
Diabetes technology and therapeutics. - -
Publication
2019
ISSN
1557-8593 [online]
1520-9156 [print]
DOI
10.1089/DIA.2018.0397
Volume/pages
21 :5 (2019) , p. 254-264
ISI
000465530800001
Pubmed ID
31021180
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UAntwerpen
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Last edited 24.11.2024
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