CASE DISCUSSION

CGM and Its Role In Diabetes

Presented from by Dr. Leena Mahana Kapoor

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Case Description

Continuous Glucose Monitoring (CGM) is a transformative tool in diabetes management, offering real-time insights into glucose trends and variability. During case discussions, CGM allows for a detailed review of a patient's glycemic patterns, identifying periods of hyperglycemia, hypoglycemia, and...

Case Summary

Continuous Glucose Monitoring (CGM) represents a significant advancement in diabetes management and lifestyle monitoring. While traditional finger-stick glucose testing provides a single point-in-time measurement, CGM offers a continuous view of glucose levels, tracking fluctuations throughout the day and night. The evolution from urine glucose testing in the 1920s to laboratory blood glucose checks, and eventually to portable glucose meters, has culminated in the development of CGM systems, marking a significant leap in diabetes care.

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Dr. Leena Mahana Kapoor

Specialist Internal Medicine and Diabetologist, Aster DM Healthcare, Dubai

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