Abstract
An insulin pump is a small mechanical device that, through a flexible catheter, delivers insulin via a patient’s subcutaneous tissue. The pump supplies a continuous infusion of insulin (continuous subcutaneous insulin infusion [CSII]). CSII is standard of care in the management of type 1 diabetes and also can be used for management of type 2 diabetes. CSII provides tremendous flexibility for patients but also requires a thorough understanding of the hardware as well as proven ability to perform diabetes self-care.
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Gauger, S. (2010). Insulin Pumps and Glucose Sensors in the Hospital. In: Lien, L., Cox, M., Feinglos, M., Corsino, L. (eds) Glycemic Control in the Hospitalized Patient. Springer, New York, NY. https://doi.org/10.1007/978-1-60761-006-9_8
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