Pump characteristics
The A7+TouchCare pump dimensions are 56.3x33.3x13.3 mm and it is made of a durable part of the pump (the Pump Base) that functions with a specific consumable (Reservoir-Patch). The pump is strapped to the body through its adhesive base. The insulin delivery is made thanks to a 5-mm cannula in stainless steel with a 90° penetration into the dermis. The reservoir patches contain up to 200 units of rapid-acting insulin allowing delivery for up to 3 days. The pump is monitored and controlled via a wireless radiofrequency small PDM (76.2x48.4x9.4 mm) featured by its color touchscreen. The A7+TouchCare pump also offers the possibility of personalization of insulin rate and to reduce the basal rate to zero unit/hour (for pediatrics use). All patients in the A7+touchCare group received the relevant documentation and were trained by investigator for using the A7+TouchCare device, just like in real life.