Advancements in Diabetes Treatment: Introducing the Artificial Pancreas

The video discusses the development of an artificial pancreas aimed at improving patient safety and reducing the need for regular medical tests. It explains the current diabetes treatments, such as pump therapy, and introduces the artificial pancreas, which mimics a healthy pancreas by continuously measuring blood glucose and infusing insulin. The video highlights a recent trial at the University Hospital in Gratz, Austria, as part of the Adicol project, which is supported by the European Commission and the Swiss government. The artificial pancreas consists of a glucose sensor, a computer program, and an insulin pump. The goal is to reduce diabetes complications and make the device available in three years.

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