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Select Device Freestyle Libre 3 Freestyle Libre 2 Freestyle Libre 14 Day Dexcom G7 Dexcom G6 Guardian Connect Simplera Eversense Generic Meter Omnipod Omnipod Dash Medtronic 780G Medtronic 630G/670G/770G Tandem t:slim X2 Bigfoot Unity Medtronic InPen Pluma de Insulina Afrezza CeQur Simplicity Patch V-Go Patch Omnipod GO Patch Jeringa y Vial Beta Bionics iLet Control IQ with Dexcom Control IQ with Freestyle Libre Medtronic 780G with Smart Guard Omnipod 5 Tandem Mobi Tidepool Loop twiist DIY Loop
Resumen
Dexcom G7 is a low-profile, all-in-one glucose sensor/transmitter and warms up faster than other CGMs on the market. This sensor lasts for 10 days and sends real-time glucose readings to a compatible smartphone app. No finger pricks or scanning is needed. Optional low and high-blood sugar notifications are available for this system.
FDA-approved for wear on the back of the upper arm for ages 2 years and older or the upper buttocks for ages 2-17.
MARD of 8.2%
*Available in early 2023
The Medtronic pump 630G/670G/770G is covered by most insurance and has the ability to communicate with a Contour meter.
Componentes
Dexcom G7 : Sensor
Sensor uses a thin, flexible filament inserted just under the skin to measure glucose levels every 5-minutes. Push-button applicator allows sensor to be placed on the body in one step.
Dexcom G7 : Receiver
Conveniently access glucose readings using a reader, smartphone, or directly on an Apple Watch. Phone app available for both iOS and Android devices.
Medtronic 630G/670G/770G : Pump
Pump connects tubing to a small patch called an infusion set that attaches to the body.
Medtronic 630G/670G/770G : Reservoir
Tubed insulin pumps contain a plastic reservoir or cartridge that is manually filled with insulin and locked into the pump.
Medtronic 630G/780G : Infusion Set
An infusion set contains the thin plastic tubing that delivers insulin from the pump to the body. Optional Medtronic Extended™ Infusion set (up to 7-day wear) available.
Detalles del dispositivo
Affordability and Access
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No insurance coverage data. Provided by DME and/or Pharmacy.
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Widely covered for insulin-dependent type 1 and type 2. Pump can be provided by pharmacy or DME. Price range; $0-$8,574 to start and $0-$300/Month. Price range varies depending on insurance coverage.
Data Monitoring Options
Yes
Automatically and continuously sends data to the user’s Dexcom Clarity web-based cloud which is accessible by clinicians.
Yes
Pump data can be viewed by your healthcare team on the CareLink therapy management software.
Data View Options
Yes
Users must download the Dexcom G7 and Dexcom Clarity apps to view and share data. Both apps provide multiple data views, sharing options, and access through the clinician portal using a code from the user's device. Caregivers can use the Dexcom Follow app to view data.
Yes
Data is viewed on the pump's main screen.
Duration and Storage
10 Days
Sensors last 10 days. They are shipped 3 boxes at a time every 3 months – 9 sensors. Works at 50ºF – 108ºF
3 Days
Infusion site and pump reservoir last up to 72 hours and works between 40ºF - 104ºF.
Vision / Auditory / Dexterity
YES text to speech
YES vibration alerts
3 sound sources
A LOT of dexterity needed
NO text to speech
YES vibration alerts
A LOT of dexterity needed
Consideraciones del paciente
Confort
Low profile and low maintenance sensor application.
Largest tubed pump. Small patch called an infusion set consists of a complete tubing system that attaches to the body. Tubed pumps have the most infusion sets to pick from.
Estilo de Vida Activo
Waterproof when submerged in 2.4 meters of water and must be within 20 (unobstructed) feet of the receiver or mobile device.
Exercise mode. Optional settings for exercise to adjust treatment ranges for activity with the press of a button. Pump is not waterproof.
Evitar los Altibajos
Custom alerts can be set for highs, lows, and rapidly rising or falling glucose levels. Trend arrows show the direction glucose is heading, with the rate of change.
Precise dosing. Pumps allow different amounts of basal insulin at different times of day and very precise dosing.
Fácil de Usar
No scanning required. Readings are sent directly to the mobile app every 5 minutes.
Battery required. Pump has button navigation and requires AA battery.
Fácil Dosificación de Insulina
Real-time data and alerts make dose adjustment easier.
Customizable dosing. Bolus calculator available to help figure out doses. Basal and bolus in 0.025 increments.
Menos Pinchazos en Los Dedos
Factory-calibrated sensor. Finger sticks needed for backup only.
Frequent finger-sticks are required.
Privacidad
Quiet Mode (Vibrate). All system alerts will vibrate when this setting is enabled. Urgent Low Soon and technical alerts will sound if not acknowledged.
Somewhat discreet. Largest pump with visible tubing. Can be clipped to clothing or placed in a pocket to be discreet when needed.