Exploring usability metrics in continuous glucose monitoring systems: insights from the voice of people with diabetes in Italy.

ABSTRACT:

Introduction

Continuous Glucose Monitoring (CGM) systems are crucial in diabetes management, offering clinical and psychological benefits despite operational challenges. Usability assessment of real-time and intermittently-scanned CGM systems is a notable research gap. This study, in collaboration with diabetes patient associations, explores CGM usability from the perspective of Italian individuals with diabetes.

Methods

A roundtable discussion with patient association representatives was conducted to discuss CGM usability, followed by a detailed online survey of 281 Italian patients on CGM usage, satisfaction, and feature preferences.

Results

Findings show a significant positive impact on Quality of Life (87/100) and moderate usability (66/100). Core CGM functions ar

SUBMITTER: Manzoni M 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC11966498 | biostudies-literature | 2025

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature