"Nothing is linear": Characterizing the determinants and dynamics of CGM use in older adults with type 1 diabetes.

ABSTRACT:

Aims

Continuous glucose monitoring (CGM) can reduce hypoglycemia in older adults with type 1 diabetes (T1D). We aimed to characterize factors that influence effective use in this age group.

Methods

Older adults with type T1D (age ≥ 65) and their caregivers participated in one of a series of parallel group model building workshops, a participatory approach to system dynamics involving drawing and scripted group activities. Data were synthesized in a qualitative model of the hypothesized system of factors producing distinct patterns of CGM use in older adults. The model was validated through virtual follow-up interviews.

Results

Data were collected from 33 participants (four patient-caregiver dyads, mean age 73.8 ± 4.4 years [range 66-85 years]; 16 % non-CGM users, 79 %

SUBMITTER: Kahkoska AR 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC9974816 | biostudies-literature | 2023 Feb

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature