Conclusions

Abstract

Researches have found that a well-controlled BG greatly reduces the mortality and morbidity associated with diabetes. A closed-loop control system could be used to achieve a tight BG control. It can be seen (in Chapter 4) that designing a closed-loop system for BG control is not an easy task. The design of the closed-loop system needs to consider the characteristics of each components in the system, the design of the control algorithm, and how the combination (of the sensor, infuser and algorithm) can achieve the desired outcome. The design of the control algorithm depends on the selection of the BG measurement method and insulin infusion routes. The selection of the BG measurement method and insulin infusion route depends on the available technology and issue of safety associated with the selected method/routes.