Could a wearable sensor replace Finger-Sticks for hospital diabetes care?
NCT ID NCT04845685
First seen Jul 16, 2026 · Last updated Jul 17, 2026 · Updated 1 time
Summary
This study tests whether a continuous glucose monitor (CGM) worn on the skin can accurately track blood sugar levels in hospitalized patients with diabetes who have just had major transplant surgery. The CGM measures glucose every 1-5 minutes, and researchers compare its readings to standard finger-stick tests. The goal is to see if the device is reliable enough to help prevent dangerous blood sugar highs and lows in a hospital setting.
What this could mean
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- Active substance
- Continuous Glucose Monitor (CGM) device (Dexcom G6 PRO)
- What this could lead to
- If successful, this could show that CGMs are reliable enough to replace frequent finger-stick tests in hospitalized patients, potentially improving safety and reducing nursing workload.
- What could go wrong
- This is a small, early-stage accuracy study, not a large trial testing patient outcomes. The device may not perform as well in sick, post-surgery patients as it does in outpatient settings.
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Conditions
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Mayo Clinic in Florida
Jacksonville, Florida, 32224, United States
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