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How do tubeless insulin pumps work?

Published in Insulin Pump Technology 1 min read

Tubeless insulin pumps deliver insulin directly under the skin without the use of tubing. This is the key difference between tubeless pumps and traditional insulin pumps.

Here's a breakdown:

Traditional insulin pumps use tubing to connect an insulin reservoir to a catheter inserted under the skin. However, according to information available, tubeless pumps eliminate the tubing altogether. Instead, the pump, containing the insulin reservoir, attaches directly to the skin.

Feature Traditional Pump Tubeless Pump
Connection Tubing from reservoir to catheter Direct attachment to skin, no tubing
Insulin Delivery Via tubing Directly from the pump to the skin
Convenience Tubing can be cumbersome More freedom of movement

In summary, tubeless insulin pumps offer a more convenient and discreet way to deliver insulin by directly connecting to the skin, eliminating the need for external tubing.

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