Current and Emerging Technologies for the Diagnosis and Treatment of Diabetes Mellitus

AbstractPurpose of ReviewThis paper will review the published literature on technology used in the diagnosis and treatment of diabetes mellitus, with a special focus on those technologies used in the emergency department and acute care setting.Recent FindingsTechnology aimed at maintaining tight glycemic control in diabetics has advanced significantly in recent years, with the newest generation of hybrid closed-loop systems providing a new level of glycemic control for patients. Open-source closed-loop systems are gaining popularity among tech-savvy patients. Dual hormone closed-loop systems with glucagon are a promising future direction.SummaryWe provide an overview of the devices used in the diagnosis and treatment of diabetes mellitus. We focus on continuous glucose monitors and insulin pump therapy, including a discussion of technological definitions and what differentiates specific models of these devices. We discuss the up-and-coming technology of closed-loop insulin delivery, including the major systems available in the USA. We conclude by summarizing hopeful futures for the further advancement of diabetes mellitus technology.
Source: Current Emergency and Hospital Medicine Reports - Category: Emergency Medicine Source Type: research