As research advances, scientists are increasingly getting convinced that an artificial pancreas for diabetic individuals will be a reality in the next few years. This technology is designed to control the levels of glucose in the blood of those with the Type 1 Diabetes. Aaron Kowalski is the director of the Artificial Pancreas Project. The Project is for the Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation. The latest tests have shown that the technology will work in real life situations like drinking wine and eating heavy meals. Kowalski assures that according the results of studies, the technology will be safe.
The artificial pancreas will feature a glucose monitor (that will work continuously) and an insulin pump. This device is attached to the body can also continuously administer doses of insulin at adjustable level. The two features will communicate with one another to maintain normal levels of insulin and glucose in the patient’s blood.
The system was tested in 12 adults (up to the age of 65) and has proved to reduce the risks of hypoglycemia, doing so by controlling the glucose levels in the blood even in sleep. All the tested adults drank white wine and ate large meals before sleeping and the results proved successful. With more work and research, the technology can be ready for release within years.
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