Effective Use of Insulin Pump in Patients with Type 1 Diabetes
- Author:
Minjeong GU
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- Publication Type:Information Desk
- From:Journal of Korean Diabetes 2020;21(1):36-40
- CountryRepublic of Korea
- Language:Korean
- Abstract: In young patients with type 1 diabetes, insulin pump therapy lowers the risk of severe hypoglycemia and diabetic ketoacidosis compared to insulin injection therapy. It also increases lifestyle flexibility and improves glucose control. However, appropriate use of insulin pumps requires structured education programs to improve patient self-care. In addition, feedback and ongoing attention from diabetes educators are needed. For this purpose, a systematic education program for medical staff related to insulin pump treatment should be pursued in Korea.
