Diabetes technology

Comparative Performance Analysis of Manual and Updated Optional Calibration Algorithms for a Continuous Glucose Monitoring System

J Diabetes Sci TechnolPublished Accuracy and performance study

Authors' conclusion

Both algorithms of CSAir demonstrated robust performance and reliability with improved accuracy with the updated version. The study results of the CSAir suggest its suitability for nonadjunctive use.

Study context

Population
Adults with diabetes wearing three CareSens Air continuous glucose monitoring (CGM) sensors on the upper arms for 15 days
Participants
30 adults
Comparison
Updated algorithm vs manual calibration algorithm
Outcome
Point accuracy: Mean absolute relative difference (MARD), 20/20 agreement rates stratified by BG range, and sensor wear time
Methodological detailsin-clinic sessions with capillary comparator measurements, glucose manipulation
  • In-clinic sessions with capillary comparator measurements
  • Glucose manipulation

Performance

As reported in the abstract

Point accuracy

Total 20/20 AR

MARD

Estimated survival probability
88.8%

Further findings

Clinical accuracy: Diabetes Technology Society Error Grid zone A data pairs

User satisfaction

Participants reported positive user satisfaction

Safety

No safety concerns were identified

Original publication

Comparative Performance Analysis of Manual and Updated Optional Calibration Algorithms for a Continuous Glucose Monitoring System. J Diabetes Sci Technol. Published 3 July 2025. doi:10.1177/19322968251351318

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