Medtronic MiniMed 780G Data Shows Simplified Meal Management Helps Users With Glycemic Target

Medtronic announced data at the ADA conference today showing the MiniMed 780G advanced hybrid close loop system’s meal detection technology helps reduce time spent in hyperglycemia.

American Diabetes Association Annual Meeting 2023: San Diego, California, USA - January 29, 2018: A panoramic morning view of San Diego Marina, surrounded by modern high-rising buildings, at side of San Diego Bay in Marina District of the Downtown.
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New trial results showed Medtronic plc’s MiniMed 780G insulin pump system can help users maintain glycemic targets while providing forgiveness for inexact carb counts.

The study evaluated the system across a wide range of users, including younger patients who are known to often have...

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