Artificial Pancreas by https://padlet.com/tsingleterry/artificial_pancreas Closed-loop insulin systems changing the future of diabetes? en-us 2018-07-26 01:27:44 UTC 2025-11-03 10:57:22 UTC hello@padlet.com Introduction tsingleterry https://padlet.com/tsingleterry/artificial_pancreas/wish/271152929 The development of the closed-loop insulin monitoring system can help type 1 diabetics live a more normal life and remain active, if they so choose.]]> 2018-07-26 02:29:39 UTC https://padlet.com/tsingleterry/artificial_pancreas/wish/271152929 Closed-loop insulin systems tsingleterry https://padlet.com/tsingleterry/artificial_pancreas/wish/271153334 A closed-loop insulin system is a device that automatically measures blood glucose and delivers the appropriate amount of insulin for a patient with type 1 diabetes.  This allows the patient to have better control of their blood glucose.  This allows a patient to have more flexibility with activities they enjoy because they don't have to worry about hyperglycemic or hypoglycemic episodes as much with the "artificial pancreas."

]]> 2018-07-26 02:32:27 UTC https://padlet.com/tsingleterry/artificial_pancreas/wish/271153334 MiniMed 670g tsingleterry https://padlet.com/tsingleterry/artificial_pancreas/wish/271156853 Closed-loop insulin system
Artificial pancreas is approved!
Voelker, R. (2016). “Artificial pancreas” is approved. JAMA, 316(19), 1957. doi:10.1001/jama.2016.16344]]> 2018-07-26 02:57:05 UTC https://padlet.com/tsingleterry/artificial_pancreas/wish/271156853 Pros tsingleterry https://padlet.com/tsingleterry/artificial_pancreas/wish/271157160 -Helps reduce hypoglycemia
-Helps reduce hyperglycemia
-Helps reduce HgA1c
-Helps maintain blood glucose levels in a normal range
-Helps to maintain a lifestyle the patient is comfortable with


]]> 2018-07-26 03:00:41 UTC https://padlet.com/tsingleterry/artificial_pancreas/wish/271157160 Cons tsingleterry https://padlet.com/tsingleterry/artificial_pancreas/wish/271158004 -Still requires user input, so not totally hands-free
-Catheters can kink and cause occlusions or prolonged displacement that could cause diabetic ketoacidosis (DKA)
-Users have to be trained in how to manage system and have to have the capability of managing it in case of problems
-Increased cost of therapy due to new technology with the closed-loop insulin systems]]> 2018-07-26 03:10:58 UTC https://padlet.com/tsingleterry/artificial_pancreas/wish/271158004 My opinion tsingleterry https://padlet.com/tsingleterry/artificial_pancreas/wish/271158635 In my opinion, the closed-loop insulin delivery system could be a life saver for many type 1 diabetics.  It can control their blood glucose easier and maintain a steady glucose reading as opposed to intermittent blood glucose monitoring and delivery of insulin.  This could help older individuals with poor eyesight and dexterity and help them manage their disease better and give them a better quality of life.  This can also help younger individuals diagnosed with diabetes to remain active and do the things they enjoy the most because they don't have to worry as much about hypo/hyperglycemic episodes.]]> 2018-07-26 03:17:12 UTC https://padlet.com/tsingleterry/artificial_pancreas/wish/271158635 Team Mates tsingleterry https://padlet.com/tsingleterry/artificial_pancreas/wish/271158900 1.  Cindy-I chose Cindy because she can connect with people and help them to understand the idea better.
2.  Andrew-I chose Andrew because he  an make things happen and help to initiate our goal and make it a reality.
3.  Fernando-He was chosen because he can keep everyone on the right track and make sure that things are prioritized and done correctly.
4.  Susan-Susan is part of the team because she can figure out a way to make things happen if something attempts to stop us.  She is able to find a way around it and keep us going in the right direction.
5.  Alice-Lastly, Alice is definitely a part of the team because she will make sure that things happen and work hard to reach our goals.

My own strengths are: Deliberative, Focus, Responsibility, Achiever, and Discipline. ]]> 2018-07-26 03:20:06 UTC https://padlet.com/tsingleterry/artificial_pancreas/wish/271158900 References tsingleterry https://padlet.com/tsingleterry/artificial_pancreas/wish/271159981
Bally, L., Thabit, H., & Hovorka, R. (2017). Closed-loop for type 1 diabetes – an introduction and appraisal for the generalist. BMC Medicine, 15(1). doi:10.1186/s12916-017-0794-8

Voelker, R. (2016). “Artificial pancreas” is approved. JAMA, 316(19), 1957. doi:10.1001/jama.2016.16344

Image credit: www.medtronicdiabetes.com/blog/introducing-the-minimed-670g-system/
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