Insulin Pump Breakthrough:The Nanopump
Up until now the smallest insulin pumps available have been about the size of a pager. Now, thanks to the new Nanopump created by Debiotech there will be just 25% of that size on the market.
More than just size, the Nanopump allows a tiny pump to be mounted on a disposable skin patch. The Nanopump will allow continuous insulin infusion. Insulin Pump Therapy is becoming one of the most attractive available alternatives to the standard insulin injection. This form of insulin delivery mimics more closely the natural secretion of insulin from the pancreas. Therefor this is a step further along the road of diabetes management.
The Nanopump by Debiotech will utilize Micro-Electro-Mechanical System technology, also referred to as MEMS. This technology basically acts as eyes and arms. MEMS technology would sense what amount of insulin is needed and then react by releasing the insulin. This is a huge breakthrough in the fight to battle diabetes. Think about it, this is basically what the pancreas does right?
Another great feature of the Nanopump by Debiotech is the increased safety it will provide. When at rest the Nanopump has a closed fluid rest and an anti-free flow system. Along with having all of the standard safety features included on current insulin pumps, the Nanopump is able to detect occlusion and air bubbles substantially quicker than other pumps.
I know, you are thinking that the Nanopump by Debiotech must cost a fortune right? Wrong. Unlike traditional insulin pumps there is no substantial upfront cost with the Nanopump. This is thanks to the Nanopump’s design. The electronics are contained in a permanent part while the reservoir and pumping mechanism are contained in a disposable part. This design makes the Nanopump affordable for every patient.
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Comments
One major question: What has been the experience of the diabetics on whom this Nanopump was tested. This information will be of immense value to all those who ae early adopters of such technological advances.
I’m a stumbler and intend to post this onto my site. Unless, I am certain that there is no major side-effect or disability or special precautions in the usage of this product, I would be very wary to recommend it to the friends in my group.
David
Hi Dr. Hamilton,
Sorry to invade your privacy. I wondered if you had seen this about insulin nano pumps?
I’m having trouble with the Byetta.
Just wondered if had seen this?
I hear ya Melissa. As soon as I find out from friends of mine I’ll let us all know.
David I’m looking to get comments from people who have actually tried the nanopump. I have to calls into other companies to get some answers.
I don’t think you see anything in the US on this one until it’s gotten FDA approval.
I’ll bet anything you can find out will be from Europe first.
There’s a company very close to us Bernard that is a leader in this technology. Although not quite yet at the nano level.
This sounds wonderful, but what is the cost,and does it also check bloodaugars too? Also, is this another pie-in-the sky story?
When is this expected to be available in the U.S.? I have a 10 year old son with Type 1 that would love this instead of his usual 4-5 shots daily. Get moving FDA!
This sounds great when will it be available to the public
I would love to have one. I have a minimed and it is the
size of a pager or a cell phone. Although I do love my insulin pump I would like to have the option of having something smaller