Telemedicine-Enabled Blood Glucose Monitoring as an Effective Strategy for Reducing Hypoglycaemia Risk in Diabetes

• Autores: Jaya Bhanu Kanwar, Uzma Noor, Sachet Dawar
• Localización: Seminars in Medical Writing and Education, ISSN-e 3008-8127, Vol. 2, Nº. 0, 2023 (Ejemplar dedicado a: Seminars in Medical Writing and Education)
• Idioma: inglés
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  • Hypoglycaemia remains an important hazard in Diabetes Mellitus (DM) management, causing severe health problems and reduced Quality of Life (QoL). Traditional monitoring systems often need the concurrent response essential to efficiently mitigate hypoglycaemic incidents. Telemedicine-enabled Blood Glucose (BG) monitoring incorporates innovative technology with remote healthcare access, offering an advanced solution for enhancing glycemic outcomes. The research evaluates the influence of telemedicine-enabled BG monitoring on reducing hypo-glycaemia risk, glycemic variability, and improving overall diabetes management effects. A total of 83 individuals with DMT1 and DMT2 are included. Participants are split into two cohorts: the intervention cohort utilized telemedicine-enabled constant glucose monitoring methods, while the control cohort employed standard monitoring techniques. The intervention included concurrent data sharing, tele-consultations, and modified suggestions. Statistical analyses incorporated regression and Analysis of Variance (ANOVA) to estimate the effects of hypoglycaemia frequency, glycated hemoglobin (HbA1c) levels, and glycemic variability. The intervention cohort established a significant decrease in hypoglycaemic incidents (p < 0.05) and enhanced glycemic constancy compared to the control cohort. HbA1c levels illustrated notable enhancement, and observance to treatment procedures superior in the telemedicine cohort. Participants also reported improved satisfaction and self-reliance in managing their diabetes. Telemedicine-enabled BG monitoring efficiently reduces hypoglycaemia threat and improves glycemic outcome, observance, and patient confidence. This system provides a hopeful pathway for recovering diabetes management and recovering QoL.