Type 1 diabetes (T1D) in pediatric patients represents a significant clinical challenge for glycemic control and the prevention of long-term complications, particularly cardiovascular ones. The introduction of advanced technologies, such as the MiniMed™ 780G Advanced Hybrid Closed Loop system, has revolutionized T1D therapy by enabling dynamic and automated insulin delivery. However, the role of dietary composition and eating patterns in enhancing the benefits of these devices remains underexplored. This observational study involved 31 children and adolescents attending the Regional Center for Pediatric Diabetology in Verona, all treated with the MiniMed™ 780G system. By analyzing a combination of glycemic metrics (time in range, time above range, insulin requirement), cardiovascular risk factors (LDL cholesterol, triglycerides, waist-to-height ratio), and weighted food diaries, the effects of a balanced diet on metabolic and cardiovascular parameters were evaluated. The results highlight a positive relationship between a diet rich in fiber and unsaturated fats and improved glycemic control, shifting the focus away from carbohydrates and sugars alone. This was associated with an increase in time in range and an improved lipid profile, including reduced LDL cholesterol and triglyceride levels. Additionally, a lower waist-to-height ratio was observed in patients with balanced eating habits, emphasizing the impact of diet on reducing central adiposity, a key marker for cardiovascular risk. However, the limited sample size hindered the identification of stronger associations, highlighting the need for future studies with larger cohorts and longitudinal approaches. These findings underscore the value of an integrated and multidisciplinary approach to the management of pediatric T1D, where advanced technology and personalized dietary interventions work synergistically to optimize metabolic control and reduce long-term risk factors. This study provides important insights into the development of increasingly personalized, evidence-based care, paving the way for new clinical perspectives that could revolutionize the management of type 1 diabetes in young patients.
Il diabete di tipo 1 in età pediatrica rappresenta una sfida clinica significativa per la gestione del controllo glicemico e la prevenzione delle complicanze a lungo termine, in particolare quelle cardiovascolari. L’introduzione di tecnologie avanzate, come il sistema MiniMed™ 780G Advanced Hybrid Closed Loop, ha rivoluzionato la terapia del diabete di tipo 1, consentendo una erogazione dinamica e automatizzata dell’insulina. Tuttavia, il ruolo della composizione dietetica e dei modelli alimentari nel potenziare i benefici di tali dispositivi resta ancora poco esplorato. Questo studio osservazionale ha coinvolto 31 bambini e adolescenti afferenti al Centro Regionale per la Diabetologia Pediatrica di Verona, trattati con il sistema MiniMed™ 780G. Attraverso un’analisi combinata delle metriche glicemiche (time in range, time above range, fabbisogno insulinico), dei fattori di rischio cardiovascolare (colesterolo LDL, trigliceridi, rapporto vita-altezza) e dei diari alimentari ponderati, sono stati valutati gli effetti di una dieta bilanciata sui parametri metabolici e cardiovascolari. I risultati evidenziano una relazione positiva tra un’alimentazione ricca di fibre e grassi insaturi e un miglioramento del controllo glicemico, togliendo l’ attenzione esclusiva da carboidrati e zuccheri, con un aumento del time in range e un miglior profilo lipidico, riducendo i livelli di colesterolo LDL e trigliceridi. Inoltre, un minore rapporto vita-altezza è stato osservato nei pazienti con abitudini alimentari equilibrate, sottolineando l’impatto della dieta sulla riduzione dell’adiposità centrale, un marker cruciale per il rischio cardiovascolare. Tuttavia, la limitata dimensione del campione ha ostacolato l’identificazione di associazioni più robuste, evidenziando la necessità di studi futuri con coorti più ampie e approcci longitudinali. Questi risultati sottolineano il valore di un approccio integrato e multidisciplinare nella gestione del T1D pediatrico, dove tecnologia avanzata e interventi dietetici personalizzati lavorano sinergicamente per ottimizzare il controllo metabolico e ridurre i fattori di rischio a lungo termine. Questo studio rappresenta un contributo importante nella direzione di una cura sempre più personalizzata e basata sull’evidenza, aprendo la strada a nuove prospettive cliniche che potrebbero rivoluzionare la gestione del type 1 diabetes nei giovani pazienti.
CONTROLLO GLICOMETABOLICO E FATTORI DI RISCHIO CARDIOVASCOLARE IN BAMBINI E ADOLESCENTI CON DIABETE DI TIPO 1, TRATTATI CON IL SISTEMA MINIMEDTM 780G ADVANCED HYBRID CLOSED LOOP: IL RUOLO DELLA COMPOSIZIONE DIETETICA E DEI MODELLI ALIMENTARI.
CAMPEDELLI, ZENA
2023/2024
Abstract
Type 1 diabetes (T1D) in pediatric patients represents a significant clinical challenge for glycemic control and the prevention of long-term complications, particularly cardiovascular ones. The introduction of advanced technologies, such as the MiniMed™ 780G Advanced Hybrid Closed Loop system, has revolutionized T1D therapy by enabling dynamic and automated insulin delivery. However, the role of dietary composition and eating patterns in enhancing the benefits of these devices remains underexplored. This observational study involved 31 children and adolescents attending the Regional Center for Pediatric Diabetology in Verona, all treated with the MiniMed™ 780G system. By analyzing a combination of glycemic metrics (time in range, time above range, insulin requirement), cardiovascular risk factors (LDL cholesterol, triglycerides, waist-to-height ratio), and weighted food diaries, the effects of a balanced diet on metabolic and cardiovascular parameters were evaluated. The results highlight a positive relationship between a diet rich in fiber and unsaturated fats and improved glycemic control, shifting the focus away from carbohydrates and sugars alone. This was associated with an increase in time in range and an improved lipid profile, including reduced LDL cholesterol and triglyceride levels. Additionally, a lower waist-to-height ratio was observed in patients with balanced eating habits, emphasizing the impact of diet on reducing central adiposity, a key marker for cardiovascular risk. However, the limited sample size hindered the identification of stronger associations, highlighting the need for future studies with larger cohorts and longitudinal approaches. These findings underscore the value of an integrated and multidisciplinary approach to the management of pediatric T1D, where advanced technology and personalized dietary interventions work synergistically to optimize metabolic control and reduce long-term risk factors. This study provides important insights into the development of increasingly personalized, evidence-based care, paving the way for new clinical perspectives that could revolutionize the management of type 1 diabetes in young patients.File | Dimensione | Formato | |
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