Thousands of children and adults affected by type 1 diabetes in England could receive an "artificial pancreas" as treatment to cope with their condition.
The pilot project, the first of its kind in the world, is an initiative of the National Health Service (NHS), which is expected to contact the patients in question this month to provide them with the system that regulates glucose levels and insulin delivery.
"The artificial pancreas avoids the need for fingerstick testing, meaning some people with type 1 diabetes will no longer need to inject themselves with insulin, but instead rely on technology to receive this life-saving medicine," the NHS explained.
Her advisor, Partha Ker, said that "this innovative technology not only improves medical care, but also enhances the quality of life for those affected."
It can prevent hypoglycemic and hyperglycemic emergencies, which can lead to seizures, coma, or even death for people living with type 1 diabetes.
Currently in the United Kingdom, around 270 people are living with this disease.
The NHS spends almost £10 billion a year on “diabetes identification and treatment”.
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