Closing the Loop for Children with Type 1 Diabetes

Insulin pumps and continuous glucose monitors (CGM) have changed the standard of care for managing Type 1 Diabetes. A closed-loop system (also described as an artificial pancreas or automated insulin delivery system) consists of a CGM, an insulin pump, and a control algorithm that automatically calculates basal insulin delivery based on real-time glucose levels. Closed-loop insulin pumps may offer an opportunity to improve glycemic management while reducing some of the associated stress. However, there are limited data evaluating the safety and efficacy of this technology in children less than 14 years old.

Guest Authors:  Mary K Culp, PharmD and Diana Isaacs, PharmD, BCPS, BCACP, BC-ADM, CDCES

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