Discontinued Use of the Loop Insulin Dosing System: A Mixed-Methods Investigation.

ABSTRACT: Background: Loop is an open-source automated insulin dosing system that allows users unrivaled control over system settings that affect future glucose prediction. Thousands use Loop, but little is known about those who discontinue. Methods: In a large observational study, 874 Loop participants completed surveys and provided glycemic data, 46 (5.3%) of those self-identified as discontinuing Loop use during the observation window, 45 completed a discontinued use survey, 22 provided system settings data, and 19 participated in semistructured interviews about their discontinuation. Qualitative data were transcribed, coded, and analyzed. Results: Older age and not trusting Loop were associated with discontinued use, although no other demographic or clin

SUBMITTER: Wong JJ 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC9057870 | biostudies-literature | 2022 Apr

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature