eversense device

Summary

This sensor lasts the longest - 365 days. It has to be placed under the skin by a healthcare provider. It has two parts, the implantable sensor and a transmitter that sends data to a mobile device.

 

MARD: 8.5-9.1%

*Recently FDA approved for use with insulin pumps.  

Components

Eversense : Sensor

Eversense : Sensor

Professionally inserted by a physician during a medical visit. Minor procedure.

Eversense : Transmitter

Eversense : Transmitter

Transmitter sits outside of the body and is held on by an adhesive. Sends data every 5 minutes to a connected mobile device.

Eversense : Receiver

Eversense : Receiver

Real-time glucose measurements sent to a compatible mobile-device or smart watch. No need for a separate receiver. Available for both iOS and Android devices.

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Device Details

Overview

Very small implantable sensor but large transmitter must be worn on top of the skin.

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Affordability and Access

$$$$
Sometimes covered. Insertion and removal require a Health Care Provider. Insertion costs $100-$300, and removal costs $100-$400. Sensor and transmitter cost $800-$1400. 

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Data Monitoring Options

Yes
CGM data can upload automatically to the web-based Eversense data management system (EDMS) from the Eversense mobile app. 

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Data View Options

Yes
Eversense mobile app receives and displays data in easy-to-read charts and graphs that can be shared with family and friends through the Eversense NOW app.

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Duration and Storage

365 Days
Sensor lasts 365 days, but a physician must implant it. Transmitter must be charged daily. 

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Vision / Auditory / Dexterity

YES text to speech
YES 
vibration alerts
SOME 
dexterity needed

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Patient Considerations

Active Lifestyle

Water-resistant transmitter when submerged in 1 meter of water for up to 30 minutes and must be within 25 feet of the connected smart device.

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Avoiding Highs and Lows

On-body vibration alerts when blood glucose levels are higher or lower than the set range. Trend arrows show the direction glucose is heading, with the rate of change. 

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Comfort

Longest-lasting sensor fits comfortably under the skin. Minor procedure is required. Least likely to have compression lows. 

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Easy Insulin Dosing

Predictive alerts make insulin dosing easier by tracking high and low trends.

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Easy to Use

Minor procedure. Requires insertion by a physician during a medical visit. 

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Fewer Fingersticks

2 daily finger-sticks are needed to calibrate the sensor. 

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Privacy

Somewhat discreet. Tiny sensor is implanted under the skin, so the user can be discreet when needed. Ability to see sugar on watch or phone. Sensor not movable on body and requires regular meter use.

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