First International Survey on Diabetes Providers’ Assessment of Skin Reactions in Youth With Type 1 Diabetes Using Technological Devices
Authors' conclusion
Although diabetes-care providers are quite aware of the chance to develop skin reactions in people with diabetes using technological devices, there are still some unmet needs. Large follow-up studies and further dissemination tools are awaited to address the gaps revealed by our survey.
Study context
- Population
- Diabetes-care providers caring for youth with T1D using technological devices; 39 countries
- Participants
- 125 participants39 countries
- Outcome
- Providers' viewpoint on prevalence, management practices and knowledge of skin reactions with diabetes technological devices
Methodological detailsopen-link web-based survey, international, post hoc analysis
- Open-link web-based survey
- International
- Post hoc analysis
Main finding
As reported in the abstract
Routinely examine patients' skin at each visit
69%
Discussed harmful allergens in adhesives with device manufacturers
42%
Observational data: associations, not effects.
Original publication
First International Survey on Diabetes Providers’ Assessment of Skin Reactions in Youth With Type 1 Diabetes Using Technological Devices. J Diabetes Sci Technol. Published 17 October 2023. doi:10.
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