scholarly journals Is it beneficial to the state to provide insulin-treated diabetic patients with public funds for self-monitoring blood glucose?

10.14341/7077 ◽  
2017 ◽  
Vol 20 (2) ◽  
pp. 108-118
Author(s):  
Larisa Dmitrievna Popovich ◽  
Marina Vladimirovna Shestakova ◽  
Elena Georgievna Potapchik ◽  
Alexander Yur'evich Mayorov ◽  
Olga Konstantinovna Vikulova
Keyword(s):  
Blood Glucose ◽  
Economic Burden ◽  
Economic Benefits ◽  
Diabetic Patients ◽  
Public Funds ◽  
Self Monitoring ◽  
Blood Glucose Test ◽  
Number Of Patients ◽  
Glucose Test ◽  
Two Measures

Background.In Russia, the prevalence of diabetes continues to increase with the growing diabetes epidemic. In recent years, the paradigm of diabetes treatment has been changing, with patients increasingly becoming equal participants in the treatment process, through the introduction of self-monitoring blood glucose (SMBG). Several clinical studies have demonstrated a positive relationship between SMBG and the decline of the epidemiological and economic burden of diabetes. At present, the procurement of public funds for SMBG is below the specified level in Russia. Aims.To investigate the potential macroeconomic benefits of public health resource allocation and the use of planned state investments to fund SMBG in insulin-treated diabetic patients. Materials and methods.This study was conducted with data from insulin-treated diabetic patients. The epidemiological burden of this cohort was determined by the following indicators: the number of patients and the incidence of complications resulting from diabetes, disability, mortality, age and sex. The economic benefits were evaluated by the implementation of two measures: (1) procurement of public funds for the purchase of means for SMBG in patients with insulin-treated diabetes and (2) the use of highly accurate blood glucose metres. To evaluate economic burden, the epidemiological burden was translated into monetary terms using cost-of-illness. Economic benefits were defined as reductions in economic burden. Results.The economic benefits of public-funded blood glucose test strips for insulin-treated diabetic patients exceeded the required additional investments for their purchase by 1.5 fold. A significant reduction in the inaccuracy of blood glucose metres from 20% to 10% may reduce the economic burden by 9.36 billion RUB. The combined state benefits from the implementation of both measures would significantly decrease the economic burden of diabetes to 29.2 billion RUB. Conclusions. Increased procurement of public funds for SMBG in insulin-treated diabetic patients would bring economic benefits that far exceed the required investments.

scholarly journals Meeting the New FDA Standard for Accuracy of Self-Monitoring Blood Glucose Test Systems Intended for Home Use by Lay Users

2020 ◽  
Vol 14 (5) ◽  
pp. 912-916
Author(s):  
Laurence B. Katz ◽  
Lorna Stewart ◽  
Danielle King ◽  
Hilary Cameron
Keyword(s):  
Blood Glucose ◽  
Drug Administration ◽  
Food And Drug Administration ◽  
Over The Counter ◽  
Self Monitoring ◽  
Fda Guidance ◽  
Test Systems ◽  
Blood Glucose Test ◽  
Glucose Test ◽  
Blood Glucose Monitor

The OneTouch Verio Reflect blood glucose monitor (BGM) has market clearance in several countries based in part on fulfilling the lay user and system accuracy criteria described in ISO15197:2015. However, the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) does not recognize the accuracy criteria in ISO15197 as a basis for gaining regulatory clearance for these devices. The current study evaluates the BGM using the accuracy guidelines issued by the agency for self-monitoring blood glucose test systems for over-the-counter use. Glucose results were accurate vs comparator over a wide glucose range and met lay user and glucose accuracy criteria at extreme glucose values as described in the FDA guidance. Clinicaltrials.gov NCT03851549

scholarly journals Magnitude and predictors of poor glycemic control among patients with diabetes attending public hospitals of Western Ethiopia

PLoS ONE ◽  
2021 ◽  
Vol 16 (2) ◽  
pp. e0247634
Author(s):  
Adugna Oluma ◽  
Muktar Abadiga ◽  
Getu Mosisa ◽  
Werku Etafa
Keyword(s):  
Blood Glucose ◽  
Glycemic Control ◽  
Diabetes Complications ◽  
Poor Glycemic Control ◽  
Diabetic Patients ◽  
Duration Of Diabetes ◽  
Blood Glucose Test ◽  
Patients With Diabetes ◽  
Glucose Test ◽  
Western Ethiopia

Background Diabetes is one of the most prevalent non-communicable diseases globally, which rapidly is increasing in developing countries. Ethiopia is also facing growing morbidity and mortality related to diabetes complications. Thus, dealing with glycemic control is essential for controlling the development of devastating acute and chronic complications related to diabetes. Therefore, this study aims to assess the magnitude and predictors of poor glycemic control among diabetic patients in western Ethiopia. Methods The cross-sectional study design was employed on a sample of 423 diabetic patients. A systematic random sampling method was employed. An interviewer-administered structured questionnaire was used. The data entered into Epi data version 3.1 and exported into Statistical Package for the Social Sciences window version 24 for analysis. All variables significant at p-<0.25 in bivariate were entered into multivariate analysis. The multivariable logistic regressions were used to determine predictors’ poor glycemic control by considering the Adjusted Odds Ratio at CI 95% and the significance level was set at p <0.05. Results The magnitude of poor glycemic control was 64.1%. Being females (AOR = 1.684,95%CI = 1.066,2.662), duration of diabetes >8years (AOR = 2.552,95%CI = 1.397, 4.665), presence of diabetes complication (AOR = 2.806,95%CI = 1.594,4.941), negligence of blood glucose test at home (AOR = 1.720, 95%CI = 1.078, 2.743), poor self-care behavior (AOR = 1.787, 95%CI = 1.083,2.959) and poor self-efficacy (AOR = 1.934, 95%CI = 1.078,3.469) were significant predictors of poor glycemic control. Conclusion The proportion of poor glycemic control was high which was nearly comparable to that reported from many countries. This could be due to factors that were significantly associated with poor glycemic control like lack of home blood glucose test, increased duration of diabetes, presence of diabetes complications, poor self-efficacy, and poor self-care behaviors. Each were significant independent predictors of poor glycemic control. Thus, we recommend patients with diabetes and health care providers enhancing self-monitoring practices, and preventing potential complications should be a priority concern to improve blood glucose levels. Further studies are also recommended to explore important factors which were not identified by the current study.

"Taming the Monster aka Uncontrolled Diabetes: A Viewpoint" (Preprint)

2020 ◽  
Author(s):  
Swati Anand ◽  
Amardeep Kalsi ◽  
Jonathan Figueroa ◽  
Parag Mehta
Keyword(s):  
Blood Glucose ◽  
Diabetes Management ◽  
Positive Impact ◽  
The United States ◽  
Phone Call ◽  
Diabetic Patients ◽  
Dietary Compliance ◽  
Glucose Levels ◽  
Uncontrolled Diabetes ◽  
Number Of Patients

BACKGROUND HbA1c between 6% and 6.9% is associated with the lowest incidence of all‐cause and CVD mortality, with a stepwise increase in all‐cause and cardiovascular mortality in those with an HbA1c >7%. • There are 30 million individuals in the United States (9.4% of the population) currently living with Diabetes Mellitus. OBJECTIVE Improving HbA1C levels in patients with uncontrolled Diabetes with a focused and collaborative effort. METHODS Our baseline data for Diabetic patients attending the outpatient department from July 2018 to July 2019 in a University-affiliated hospital showed a total of 217 patients for one physician. • Of 217 patients, 17 had HbA1C 9 and above. We contacted these patients and discussed the need for tight control of their blood glucose levels. We intended to ensure them that we care and encourage them to participate in our efforts to improve their outcome. • We referred 13 patients that agreed to participate to the Diabetic educator who would schedule an appointment with the patients, discuss their diet, exercise, how to take medications, self-monitoring, and psychosocial factors. • If needed, she would refer them to the Nutritionist based on patients’ dietary compliance. • The patients were followed up in the next two weeks via telemedicine or a phone call by the PCP to confirm and reinforce the education provided by the diabetes educator. RESULTS Number of patients that showed an improvement in HbA1C values: 11 Cumulative decrease in HbA1C values for 13 patients: 25.3 The average reduction in HbA1C: 1.94 CONCLUSIONS Our initiative to exclusively target the blood glucose level with our multidisciplinary approach has made a positive impact, which is reflected in the outcome. • It leads to an improvement in patient compliance and facilitates diabetes management to reduce the risk for complications CLINICALTRIAL NA

Evaluation of the performance of the OneTouch Select®Plus blood glucose test system against ISO 15197:2013

2015 ◽  
Vol 12 (6) ◽  
pp. 771-781 ◽  
Author(s):  
Steven Setford ◽  
Antony Smith ◽  
David McColl ◽  
Mike Grady ◽  
Krisna Koria ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Blood Glucose ◽  
Test System ◽  
Blood Glucose Test ◽  
Glucose Test

scholarly journals Comparison between the QRMA Measurement with the Anamnesis and the Capillary Blood Glucose Test

Jurnal NERS ◽  
2020 ◽  
Vol 14 (2) ◽  
pp. 224
Author(s):  
Muflih Muflih ◽  
Suwarsi Suwarsi ◽  
Fajarina Lathu Asmarani
Keyword(s):  
Blood Glucose ◽  
Blood Glucose Level ◽  
Blood Sugar ◽  
Glucose Level ◽  
Blood Sugar Level ◽  
Capillary Blood ◽  
Capillary Blood Glucose ◽  
Blood Glucose Test ◽  
Significant Difference ◽  
Glucose Test

ABSTRACTIntroduction: The examination of patients with diabetes mellitus (DM) can be done by reviewing their complaints and through a capillary blood glucose level test to determine the value of their Random Blood Glucose Level. QRMA (Quantum Resonance Magnetic Analyzer) is claimed to be able to check the patient’s bodily condition (including blood glucose) with an accuracy of 85%. The purpose of this study was to verify the validity of the QRMA tool and its accuracy by comparing the results of the anamnesis and the examination conducted using the capillary blood glucose test method.Methods: The research method used was a cross-sectional design. The total sample consisted of 44 respondents in the working area of the Community Health Centers in Yogyakarta with the risk factor being blood sugar level instability. The sampling technique used was purposive sampling. The main variable in this study was the value of the blood sugar level measured based on the coefficient value of the QRMA tool and the value of Random Blood Glucose obtained through the capillary blood glucose test.Results: The blood glucose value was not correlated significantly with the coefficient value of QRMA. The value of blood glucose when examined alongside the result of the respondent's anamnesis showed there to be a significant difference. The value of the QRMA coefficient when examined against the results from the history of the respondents showed no significant difference. Linear regression showed that the variables of height, body weight, and IMT had a correlation with the QRMA coefficient value.Conclusion: The QRMA tool was not able to provide a picture of the actual condition of the blood glucose level of the respondents when compared with the results of the anamnesis and the blood glucose value from the capillary blood glucose test. Non-invasive health measurement devices such as QRMA are not used by nurses as a standard for determining the health status of DM patients.

scholarly journals Factors Associated with Adherence to Blood Glucose Test among Diabetes Mellitus Patients at Prof. Dr. W. Z. Johannes Hospital, Kupang

2016 ◽  
Vol 01 (01) ◽  
pp. 12-19
Author(s):  
Dessy Nelciani Timuneno ◽  
◽  
Deviarbi Sakke Tira ◽  
Imelda F. E Manurung ◽  
Keyword(s):  
Diabetes Mellitus ◽  
Blood Glucose ◽  
Factors Associated ◽  
Blood Glucose Test ◽  
Glucose Test
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