Closed loop method:
- It can measure blood glucose level by automatic glucose sensor and according to it, it releases insulin.
- Used mainly in acute cases e.g. ketoacidosis, before surgery.
Open loop method:
- This type can’t measure blood glucose level (has no sensor).
- It releases insulin according to a calculated rate.
- Used mainly in chronic administration.
Complications of artificial pancreas:
- Hypoglycemia (excess insulin delivery)
- Ketosis (pump failure)
- Infection (locally).
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