Mobile System for Blood Glucose Monitoring in Children with Diabetes
Author Information
Author(s): Gammon Deede, Årsand Eirik, Walseth Ole Anders, Andersson Niklas, Jenssen Martin, Ted Taylor
Primary Institution: Norwegian Centre for Telemedicine
Hypothesis
Automatic transfer of measures from the child’s blood glucose meter to the parent’s mobile phone could ease parental worries and tendencies to intrude in their children’s lives.
Conclusion
User enthusiasm suggests that such systems might find a consumer market regardless of whether or not they ultimately improve health outcomes.
Supporting Evidence
- 80% of children and 93% of parents reported that automatic transfer of blood glucose measures was positive.
- 73% of children and 80% of parents felt that living with diabetes became easier with the system.
- 100% of parents felt reassured by receiving blood glucose measures.
Takeaway
This study tested a system that sends blood sugar readings from kids to their parents' phones to help manage diabetes better. Parents liked it because it made them feel more secure.
Methodology
A self-selected sample of 15 children with type 1 diabetes and their parents used a prototype system for four months, providing feedback through questionnaires and interviews.
Potential Biases
The sample may reflect a bias towards those who are more technology-savvy.
Limitations
The sample may be biased as it was not random, and the experiences of non-responders are unknown.
Participant Demographics
The group consisted of 11 boys and 4 girls, aged 9 to 15 years, with varying durations of diabetes.
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