Maria Chiara Rossi
Laboratory of Clinical Epidemiology of Diabetes and Chronic Diseases, Mario Negri Sud Foundation,
Via Nazionale, 66030 S. Maria Imbaro (CH)
Italy
Research Article
Comparative Efficacy of iBGStar
Author(s): Antonio Nicolucci, Maria Chiara Rossi, Valentino Cherubini, DiarioDiario Iafusco, Fabio Pellegrini and Paolo Di BartoloAntonio Nicolucci, Maria Chiara Rossi, Valentino Cherubini, DiarioDiario Iafusco, Fabio Pellegrini and Paolo Di Bartolo
Background: Optimal metabolic control and compliance to self-monitoring of blood glucose (SMBG) are poor in adolescents and young adults with type 1 diabetes mellitus (T1DM), and may require innovative management strategies. These may include the use of telemedicine and smartphone-linked blood glucose self-monitoring systems. To this purpose, a specific glucose meter (iBGStar™) and a dedicated Diabetes Manager Application (DMApp) have been developed. Aim of the study is to demonstrate the superiority of a smartphone-linked versus a traditional self-monitoring system in reducing HbA1c levels and improving compliance to SMBG. Methods/Design: The “i-NewTrend” study is an open-label, randomized (1:1) trial involving 21 diabetes outpatient clinics in Italy. Overall, 178 subjects aged 14–24 years with type 1 diabetes, with any diabetes duration, HbA1.. View More»
