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Continuous Glucose Monitoring
Continuous Glucose Monitors (CGMs) are devices that can attach to a patient for up to two weeks, measuring glucose levels in the interstitial fluid during that time. In recent years, these devices have become more affordable and applicable in veterinary medicine.
Compared to traditional blood glucose testing, CGMs provide real-time comprehensive glucose data, enabling users to manage glucose levels more accurately, making them essential tools for managing diabetic patients.
CGMs consist of three main components:
1.A flexible electrode inserted through a guide device into the interstitial (subcutaneous) space of the patient's skin.
2.A small transmitter attached to the probe, which adheres to the patient's skin surface.
3.Monitoring software (using a smartphone).
The sensor is compatible with X-rays but not with computed tomography or magnetic resonance imaging. In human devices, CGMs can be directly connected to an insulin delivery system.
"I have been using the CGM since they were first released and have now used many of them. I find them over all much better than the Freestyle libres.
Firstly they tend to stick to the skin much more reliably - I don't think I have had one fall off before the 2 weeks, in fact sometimes they need some coaxing to remove, which is good!
I also really love that you don't need to scan the sensor, working via bluetooth is brilliant and makes readings much quicker and more accessible.
The apps and website are easy to navigate - I like how we can see all the patient data quickly, and trends over the last few days of the sensor.
My trust in the readings is better, compared to the libre where we were often wondering if human sensors were giving us accurate reading - much better to have a veterinary product, which also has support. We can actually discuss any issues!"
Dr Ashley Sykes
Associate Veterinarian
Greencross Vets Fairy Meadow and Warilla-Shell Cove
02 4283 2333 / 02 4260 0666
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