Gazing into the future. The next 100 years: the Medtronic perspective

While it is difficult to predict the next 100 years of development, the current Medtronic product innovation pipeline is changing the lives of people with diabetes. The MiniMedTM 780G system with GuardianTM 4 sensor and extended wear infusion set is the advanced hybrid closed-loop pump system currently available in the UK from Medtronic. It has been clinically proven to achieve >70% time in range and to lower HbA1c levels in people with diabetes. Medtronic continues to innovate in the hybrid closed-loop and insulin pump and sensor area. The company is developing new sensor technology and personalised closed-loop options for future patients. Medtronic recognises that not all people with diabetes will want to use an insulin pump and therefore is launching a Smart MDI system for people looking for more from MDI therapy. The Smart MDI system brings together a collection of tools that provides real-time insights and comprehensive reports. These make it easier for people with diabetes to manage life on multiple daily injections. The system combines predictive glucose management with the GuardianTM 4 sensor, with no finger pricks and personalised high and low alerts up to 60 minutes in advance. Personalised insulin management with the inpen device allows informed insulin dosing with integrated real-time glucose data trends and shareable insight reports. The Medtronic extended-wear infusion set is due to launch in the UK soon. It is focused on improving user experience. It is the only infusion set approved for longer wear (with a wear twice as long as standard infusion sets) without compromising comfort, safety or insulin delivery. This new set will also reduce traditional infusion set plastic waste by half.