The Food and Drug Administration has approved the first artificial
pancreas — a cellphone-sized device that automatically takes care of
checking a patient's blood sugar and delivers lifesaving insulin as
needed.
The surprise approval Wednesday — it wasn't expected until next year sometime
— means patients with type-1 diabetes will be able to hook up the
device and skip the regular finger pricks to constantly check their
blood sugar.
Medtronic's MiniMed 670G system includes a sensor that measures glucose
levels under the skin; an insulin pump strapped to the body; and an
infusion patch with a catheter that delivers insulin.
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