Detailed Insights into Basal Insulin Adherence in People with Type 2 Diabetes Using a Data-Driven Assessment Method.

ABSTRACT

INTRODUCTION: Basal insulin non-adherence is a challenge in people with type 2 diabetes (T2D). METHODS: Using injection data recorded by a connected insulin pen, we employed a novel three-step methodology to assess three aspects of adherence (overall adherence, adherence distribution, and dose deviation) in individuals with insulin-treated T2D undergoing telemonitoring. RESULTS: Among participants, 52% were considered overall adherent. However, deviations from the recommended dose were observed in all participants, with increased and reduced doses being the predominant forms of non-adherence. CONCLUSIONS: Our study underscores the prevalence of basal insulin dosing irregularities in individuals with insulin-treated T2D undergoing telemonitoring.