Automated insulin delivery system
Automated Insulin Delivery System
The Automated Insulin Delivery System (pronunciation: /ɔːˈtoʊmeɪtɪd/ /ˈɪnsʊlɪn/ /dɪˈlɪvəri/ /ˈsɪstəm/), also known as closed-loop system or artificial pancreas, is a technological advancement in the field of diabetes management.
Etymology
The term "Automated Insulin Delivery System" is derived from its function. "Automated" (from the Greek word automatos meaning self-acting), "Insulin" (from the Latin insula meaning island, referring to the Islets of Langerhans in the pancreas where insulin is produced), "Delivery" (from the Old French delivrer meaning to set free), and "System" (from the Latin systema meaning a whole compounded of several parts).
Definition
An Automated Insulin Delivery System is a device that closely mimics the glucose regulating function of a healthy pancreas. It automatically monitors blood glucose levels and provides appropriate insulin doses to keep the glucose levels within a target range, reducing the risk of hypoglycemia and hyperglycemia.
Components
The system consists of three key components:
- A continuous glucose monitor (CGM) that measures glucose levels in real-time throughout the day and night.
- An insulin pump that delivers insulin through a small tube (cannula) inserted under the skin.
- A computer algorithm that uses the information from the CGM to calculate and adjust the amount of insulin delivered by the pump.
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External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Automated insulin delivery system
- Wikipedia's article - Automated insulin delivery system
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