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Use of continuous glucose monitor as a motivational device for lifestyle modifications to improve glycaemic control in patients with type 2 diabetes treated with non-insulin therapies

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The efficacy of continuous glucose monitors (CGM) to improve glycaemic control in individuals on intensive insulin therapy (basal and prandial) has been well established in several studies; however, there is… Click to show full abstract

The efficacy of continuous glucose monitors (CGM) to improve glycaemic control in individuals on intensive insulin therapy (basal and prandial) has been well established in several studies; however, there is limited evidence on its usage and efficacy in patients with type 2 diabetes (T2D) who are on non-insulin therapies. Lifestyle modifications and glucose monitoring are essential components of the management of T2D. We report a case that demonstrates the impact of CGM use as an effective tool for patient education and motivation to implement and adhere to lifestyle modifications in improving glycaemic control in a patient with long-standing poorly controlled T2D who was on oral glucose-lowering medications. CGM use is associated with high level of patient satisfaction which can improve quality of life and has the potential to reduce long-term complications related to poor glycaemic control. These observations emphasise the need to broaden the use of CGM in this patient population.

Keywords: continuous glucose; control; lifestyle modifications; glycaemic control; improve glycaemic; insulin

Journal Title: BMJ Case Reports
Year Published: 2022

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