Lipohypertrophy and Insulin: An Update From the Diabetes Technology Society

J Diabetes Sci Technol. 2023 Nov;17(6):1711-1721. doi: 10.1177/19322968231187661. Epub 2023 Aug 9.

Abstract

Lipohypertrophy is a common skin complication associated with insulin-treated diabetes. The impact of lipohypertrophy as a contributing factor to suboptimal glycemic control, glucose variability, and hypoglycemia is often under-recognized by health care professionals. In a recent Webinar on April 26, 2023, Diabetes Technology Society asked international experts to provide updates on the latest knowledge related to lipohypertrophy for practicing clinicians and educators, researchers, and industries involved in insulin delivery. A recording of the Webinar is freely available on the Diabetes Technology Society Web site (https://www.diabetestechnology.org/).

Keywords: diabetes; diabetes education; glucose management; insulin; lipohypertrophy; ultrasound.

Publication types

  • Research Support, Non-U.S. Gov't

MeSH terms

  • Diabetes Mellitus, Type 1* / complications
  • Diabetes Mellitus, Type 1* / drug therapy
  • Humans
  • Hypoglycemia* / complications
  • Hypoglycemic Agents / adverse effects
  • Insulin / adverse effects
  • Insulin, Regular, Human
  • Lipodystrophy* / chemically induced

Substances

  • Insulin
  • Hypoglycemic Agents
  • Insulin, Regular, Human