Narrative review summarizes evidence for continuous glucose monitoring in older adults, indicating benefits in managing diabetes complications.
Key Points
This review aims to evaluate the effectiveness and recommendations for continuous glucose monitoring (CGM) in older adults with Type 2 diabetes mellitus (T2DM).
Narrative review of existing evidence and clinical guidelines on CGM use in older adults with T2DM.
Focus on benefits, challenges, and recommendations for individuals aged ≥ 75 years.
CGM use correlates with reductions in hypoglycaemia and improved glycaemic metrics in older adults.
Increased treatment satisfaction and quality of life reported among users of CGM the elderly population.
Challenges for CGM adoption noted include clinical, logistical, age-related, and socioeconomic barriers.