Telehealth insulin titration in adults with diabetes: a randomized controlled trial comparing bluetooth-enabled versus traditional glucometers.

ABSTRACT:

Objective

Blood glucose self-monitoring is crucial for individuals with diabetes mellitus and on insulin therapy to ensure safe glycemic control and optimal treatment outcomes. This study evaluates the effectiveness of Bluetooth-enabled glucometers (BTG) versus Traditional glucometers (TG) in a telehealth insulin titration program for individuals with diabetes.

Methods

This 24-week, open-label, randomized controlled trial enrolled 120 participants with diabetes from a tertiary hospital. Participants, aged 21-70 years, who required either insulin initiation or intensification were randomly assigned to either the BTG or TG group. Both groups received three biweekly teleconsultations with Diabetes Nurse Educators for insulin dose adjustments, followed by two clinic visits at th

SUBMITTER: Lian X 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC12747901 | biostudies-literature | 2025

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature