Case for funding of continuous glucose monitoring systems for patients with recurrent hypoglycaemia

Introduction Continuous glucose monitoring (CGM) allows real-time interstitial glucose monitoring, therefore reducing the need for regular fingerprick blood testing.1 CGM also informs users of glucose trend data and alarms, which warns users of high or low blood glucose readings. There is a paucity of evidence on the use of CGM in patients without diabetes, but early data suggest that CGM can reduce episodes of hypoglycaemia in conditions such as hyperinsulinism and metabolic disorders.1 2 Real-time CGM was shown to provide valuable insights into patterns of dysglycaemia, where rapid fluctuations were found in glucose levels in babies with hyperinsulinism. CGM used as an adjunct to clinical care was shown to support the management of persistent neonatal hypoglycaemia in the unit and limited the need for frequent and painful blood sampling in these babies.2 Congenital hyperinsulinism is the most frequent cause of...

Source: Archives of Disease in Childhood - September 19, 2023 Category: Pediatrics Authors: Ng, S. M., Dearman, S., Fisher, M., Mushtaq, T., Randell, T., on behalf of the British Society of Paediatric Endocrinology and Diabetes UK and the UK Childrens Hyperinsulinism Charity Tags: Viewpoint Source Type: research