Using continuous glucose monitoring to improve diabetes care in hospitals
Continuous Glucose Monitoring for High-Risk Type 2 Diabetes in the Hospital: Cloud-Based Real-Time Glucose Evaluation and Management System (Cyber GEMS)
This study is testing a new way to help hospitals keep track of blood sugar levels for patients with type 2 diabetes using a special device that sends glucose information to doctors in real-time, so they can quickly help prevent any dangerous changes in blood sugar.
Quick facts
| Grant type | R01 grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Scripps Health NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (San Diego, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-11095845 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research aims to implement a cloud-based system for continuous glucose monitoring (CGM) in hospitals to better manage blood sugar levels in patients with type 2 diabetes. By utilizing the Dexcom G6 device, glucose data will be wirelessly transmitted to a digital dashboard, allowing healthcare teams to respond quickly to prevent dangerous blood sugar fluctuations. The study will involve a randomized controlled trial to evaluate the effectiveness of this innovative approach in real-world hospital settings. The goal is to enhance patient safety and improve overall diabetes management during hospital stays.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are adults aged 21 and older who are hospitalized with type 2 diabetes and at risk for blood sugar complications.
Not a fit: Patients who do not have type 2 diabetes or those who are not hospitalized may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could significantly reduce complications related to poor blood sugar control in hospitalized patients with type 2 diabetes.
How similar studies have performed: Previous research has shown that continuous glucose monitoring can effectively improve diabetes management in outpatient settings, suggesting potential success in hospital environments as well.
Where this research is happening
San Diego, United States
- Scripps Health — San Diego, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Philis-Tsimikas, Athena — Scripps Health
- Study coordinator: Philis-Tsimikas, Athena
About this research
- This is an active NIH-funded research project — typically early-stage science, not a clinical trial accepting patient enrollment.
- Some NIH-funded labs run parallel clinical studies or seek volunteers for related work. To check, contact the principal investigator or institution listed above.
- For full project details, budget, and progress reports, visit the official NIH RePORTER page below.