In vivo glucose sensing for diabetes management: progress towards non-invasive monitoring
BMJ 1999; 319 doi: https://doi.org/10.1136/bmj.319.7220.1289 (Published 13 November 1999) Cite this as: BMJ 1999;319:1289
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I was given an A4 pamphlet "Solving the Diabetic's Dilemma". At the
top of the page is "Hospitals of the Future".
The pamphlet refers to a wristwatch type of machine that measures blood
levels for an insulin-taking diabetic.
As that is my position I would like to obtain such an item, if it is
available. However, the article is not clear as to whether it is
available now or if it is the sort of item that a "future hospital" would
have available.
There is a price quoted of 350 euros plus VAT.
The article is a little misleading as it is a supposed conversation
between a patient and diabetic treatment staff but it is not clear if it
is now or in a hoped-for future.
Is the item currently available?
David Schulman.
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What is the cost to the patient in U.S. currency?
Is this apt to be covered by medical insurance?
Can the bracelet be worn during strenuous activity, such as handball?
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Pickup et al's article on glucose sensors seems curiously lacking in
optimism. 2025? Surely that's a bit long to wait. As a Diabetes
Professional who also has Diabetes I would expect this sort of technology
to be available long before that. And the price? Well, allowing for
inflation it doesn't seem very much. At today's exchange rate that would
only be about £250. Obviously Mr. Brown isn't expecting to be a very
successful accountant.
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Non-invasive glucose monitor
Me too please!
Allen
IR@ozallergist.com
http://beautifuloz.net
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