Tadej Battelino, Slovenia

University of Ljubljana Faculty of Medicine
Tadej Battelino completed his medical degree at the University of Ljubljana in 1990. He completed a Masters degree, and later a PhD focusing on glucose metabolism in neonatal endotoxic shock in 1996. He completed his clinical fellowship at Loyola University of Chicago, USA, and his postdoctoral fellowship at INSERM, Paris, France. Professor Battelino is currently Consultant and Head of Department of Pediatric and Adolescent Endocrinology, UMC Ljubljana, Head, Chair of Pediatrics, and Professor of Paediatrics at Faculty of Medicine, University of Ljubljana. He is PI on several research projects in the field of diabetes, endocrinology and metabolism and was awarded the Slovene national award for research in 2014, and Gold medal for research at the University of Ljubljana in 2017. Professor Battelino is on the editorial boards for the journals Pediatric Diabetes, Journal of Pediatric Endocrinology and Metabolism and was Editor for the European Journal of Endocrinology from 2009 to 2015. He has authored / co-authored over 224 papers in international peer-reviewed journals and participated chapters to several international books. Professor Battelino is a member of numerous professional associations including the AAD, ESPE and ISPAD, for which he served as President for the 35th Annual Congress. He served on the EASD council and is co-organizer of thirteen annual meetings of the ATTD.

Presenter of 18 Presentations

INDUSTRY SESSION

Welcome & Introduction

INDUSTRY SESSION

Discussion & Closure

INDUSTRY SESSION

Closing Remarks

PLENARY SESSION

Opening Remarks

INDUSTRY SESSION

Welcome and Introductions

PLENARY SESSION

Closing Remarks and Farewell including Award Presentation Supported by Eli Lilly

INDUSTRY SESSION

Visualizing change: Advanced metrics in clinical care

INDUSTRY SESSION

Discussing Diabetes Technology and Hypoglycaemia in Total Patient Care

ORAL PRESENTATION SESSION

SUBOPTIMAL INSULIN USE IN DIABETES MELLITUS: A SYSTEMATIC LITERATURE REVIEW

Abstract

Background and Aims

This review aimed for the first time to identify and summarize real-world evidence on the extent of suboptimal insulin use in People with Diabetes (PwD).

Methods

A systematic literature search of MEDLINE, EMBASE, and Cochrane databases identified studies reporting data on missed, incorrect, miscalculated, and mistimed insulin doses, and over/underdosing in PwD.

Results

From 3,305 publications, forty records (34 studies) were included. Seventy percent of publications were cross-sectional surveys (n=28). Publications provided data on missed (n=29) and mistimed doses (n=14), over/underdosing (n=9), and dose miscalculations (n=6). PwD reported missing basal and bolus insulin doses in all studies. Eleven records reported glycemic control was better in PwD who did not miss doses. Mistiming of insulin was reported in 14 records, with 20–45% of PwD mistiming doses. Eight records reported mistiming was associated with higher rates of hypoglycemia and/or worse glycemic control. Insulin over/underdosing varied widely across studies. Data were limited regarding dosing miscalculations, but all studies indicated that PwD experienced difficulties with insulin adjustments. Reasons for suboptimal use (n=19 records) were multifactorial, including disrupted daily routines, social situations, and hypoglycemia avoidance. Most dosing errors were unintentional.

Conclusions

Suboptimal insulin use is experienced by almost half of PwDs. This can increase the rate of hyperglycemia and hypoglycemia and is often related to social situations for hypoglycemia avoidance. Technology solutions addressing this could potentially improve diabetes management in most individuals who are actively trying to improve their metabolic control. Studies using artificial intelligence decision support systems and connected insulin pen platforms are warranted.

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PLENARY SESSION

Introduction

INDUSTRY SESSION

Simplicity Matters: BAQSIMI - The First and Only Glucagon With Nasal Administration

Moderator of 6 Sessions

SPECIAL SESSION
Date
Wed, 02.06.2021
Session Type
SPECIAL SESSION
Session Time
21:20 - 21:40
Room
Hall B
PLENARY SESSION
Date
Wed, 02.06.2021
Session Type
PLENARY SESSION
Session Time
15:00 - 15:30
Room
Hall A
INDUSTRY SESSION
Date
Thu, 03.06.2021
Session Type
INDUSTRY SESSION
Session Time
17:15 - 18:45
Room
Hall E
Session Description

BAQSIMI and Diabetes Technology: Where Do They Fit into Total Patient Care? - Industry Symposium Supported by Eli Lilly

Session description -Welcome to BAQSIMI® (glucagon) nasal powder 3mg and Diabetes Technology: Where Do They Fit Into Total Patient Care? presented by Tadej Battelino, MD, PhD, and Marga Giménez, MD, PhD. During this symposium presentation, we will discuss how diabetes technology, hypoglycaemia, and BAQSIMI are connected within total patient care. We will share information about BAQSIMI - the first and only glucagon with nasal administration - including product attributes, clinical data, and product use and administration. In addition, we will highlight the importance of preparing people with diabetes, and those around them, for severe hypoglycaemia rescue—just in case. Thank you for joining us!

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INDUSTRY SESSION
Date
Thu, 03.06.2021
Session Type
INDUSTRY SESSION
Session Time
20:30 - 21:30
Room
Hall F
Session Description

Chronic kidney disease and diabetes: New renal and cardiovascular outcomes - Industry Symposium Supported by Sciarc GmbH

Session description - People with chronic kidney disease and type 2 diabetes are three times more likely to die from a cardiovascular-related cause than those with type 2 diabetes alone. The symposium will address unmet needs in the treatment of diabetic kidney disease and presents strategies to reduce the burden. New data on kidney failure and disease progression of chronic kidney disease will be presented. Outcomes of the FIDELIO-DKD Phase III study among patients with chronic kidney disease and type 2 diabetes will be highlighted. In the study, finerenone significantly lowered the combined risk of cardiovascular events, with comparable treatment efficacy for patients with or without history of cardiovascular disease. Finerenone is a first-in-class investigational non-steroidal, selective mineralocorticoid receptor (MR) antagonist that specifically addresses MR overactivation, a key driver of disease progression. The symposium will also focus on the clinical and practical aspects of mineralocorticoid antagonists in chronic kidney disease and type 2 diabetes.