Yee Wen Kong

ORCID: 0000-0002-7099-8983
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Research Areas
  • Diabetes Management and Research
  • Diabetes Treatment and Management
  • Diabetes and associated disorders
  • Sodium Intake and Health
  • Pancreatic function and diabetes
  • Blood Pressure and Hypertension Studies
  • Diabetes Management and Education
  • Heart Rate Variability and Autonomic Control
  • Nutritional Studies and Diet
  • Fault Detection and Control Systems
  • Quality and Safety in Healthcare
  • Cardiovascular Disease and Adiposity
  • Diet and metabolism studies
  • Apelin-related biomedical research
  • Consumer Attitudes and Food Labeling
  • Chronic Disease Management Strategies
  • Renal function and acid-base balance
  • Cardiovascular Health and Disease Prevention
  • Metabolism and Genetic Disorders
  • Intravenous Infusion Technology and Safety
  • Hyperglycemia and glycemic control in critically ill and hospitalized patients
  • Mobile Health and mHealth Applications

The University of Melbourne
2018-2025

St Vincent's Hospital
2022-2025

RMIT University
2023-2024

Saint Vincent's Catholic Medical Center
2024

Northridge Hospital Medical Center
2023

Austin Health
2016-2019

Introduction Sodium-glucose co-transporter inhibitors have potential glycaemic and non-glycaemic benefits in people with type 1 diabetes (T1D). However, the increased risk of diabetic ketoacidosis (DKA) limits their widespread use. We hypothesise that dapagliflozin 10 mg daily, combined use continuous ketone monitoring (CKM) education strategies to mitigate progression DKA, will demonstrate improved control without increasing DKA events. Methods analysis PARTNER is a multisite 6-month...

10.1136/bmjopen-2024-098457 article EN cc-by-nc-nd BMJ Open 2025-05-01

AimsUnderstanding the lived experience of using a tubeless insulin pump and how this differs compared to usual care (tubed therapy (IPT) vs multiple daily injections (MDI)).MethodsInterviews were conducted after 12-weeks Omnipod DASH Insulin Management System (Insulet, Acton, MA) analysed thematic analysis.ResultsFifty-eight adults (35 female; mean age 42;SD 13 years; 35 previous MDI) interviewed. Most (84 %) wanted continue device. Experiences fit two themes: 1. Taking back control my...

10.1016/j.diabres.2024.111123 article EN cc-by Diabetes Research and Clinical Practice 2024-02-01

Objective: Low sodium intake may trigger sympathetic nervous system (SNS) activation and endothelial dysfunction. Studies have not explored these associations along the glucose continuum. Accordingly, we compared function SNS activity in individuals with low differing categories of metabolic risk We hypothesized that is associated (1) impairment (2) higher risk. Research Design Methods: In this prospective observational study, participants (n=54) (single 24 hours urine excretion <150...

10.1136/bmjdrc-2018-000606 article EN cc-by-nc BMJ Open Diabetes Research & Care 2019-03-01

Abstract Context Lower sodium intake is paradoxically associated with higher mortality in type 2 diabetes (T2D). Objective To determine whether sympathetic nervous system (SNS) activation and endothelial dysfunction contribute to these observations, we examined the effect of salt supplementation on systems people T2D habitual low sodium. We hypothesized that would lower SNS activity improve function compared placebo. Design conducted a randomized, double-blinded, placebo-controlled crossover...

10.1210/clinem/dgz219 article EN The Journal of Clinical Endocrinology & Metabolism 2019-11-25

Devices have facilitated improvement in glycemia individuals with type 1 diabetes mellitus (T1DM), but self-management remains key. It is unclear whether people review their device data before clinic appointment. We assessed this by a survey. T1DM adults using glucose sensors and/or insulin pumps attending an Australian public hospital (diabetes clinics >4 months) were prospectively surveyed. The percentage who uploaded and reviewed was determined interest education facilitating...

10.1089/dia.2021.0558 article EN Diabetes Technology & Therapeutics 2022-02-15

Background: Conventional insulin pumps can be inconvenient and increase diabetes distress in people with type 1 (T1D). A tubeless pump discreetly controlled by a handheld device, may more acceptable. This is the first randomized trial on patient-reported outcomes pumps. Aim: To compare treatment satisfaction Omnipod DASH® Insulin Management System (Insulet, Acton MA) vs. usual care (MDI or conventional IPT) T1D adults self-monitoring fingerstick blood glucose. Methods: were to 12-weeks of...

10.2337/db23-917-p article EN Diabetes 2023-06-20

Abstract Background Insulin pump therapy (IPT) improves glucose control in people with type 1 diabetes (T1D) compared multiple daily injections (MDI). However, their size, the tethered insulin infusion set, intrusiveness when operating device and need to disconnect during showering limit acceptance many who may benefit. The Omnipod DASH ® Management System is a small waterproof tubeless which wirelessly controlled by handheld be an acceptable alternative. there are no randomised trials...

10.1186/s40814-023-01400-4 article EN cc-by Pilot and Feasibility Studies 2023-10-09

Abstract Context Omnipod DASH Insulin Management System is a tubeless insulin pump that overcomes the physical inconveniences of conventional tubed therapy (IPT). Objective We compared treatment satisfaction with to usual care (multiple daily injections [MDIs] or IPT) in adults type 1 diabetes using self-monitoring blood glucose (SMBG). Methods Adults on MDI (n = 40) IPT 25) from 4 centers Australia were randomly assigned 1:1 nonblinded manner (Omnipod group) continue (Usual Care for 12...

10.1210/clinem/dgae088 article EN cc-by-nc-nd The Journal of Clinical Endocrinology & Metabolism 2024-02-19

Aim: To compare device tolerance & participant’s subjective experience wearing a surgically implanted long term glucose sensor versus conventional CGM in adults with Type 1 Diabetes. Method: A prototype (Eclipse 3 sensor, GlySens, San Diego, CA) masked data transmitted to study iPhone was inserted superficial the rectus sheath 8 Adults Diabetes (4 Female; Mean [SD] Age 56 [7]Y; BMI 25[3]). One daily fingerstick calibration required. Participants simultaneously wore TGA approved multi-Day...

10.2337/db23-973-p article EN Diabetes 2023-06-20

Aim: To generate pilot data regarding acceptance, safety, and function of a novel long-term CGM. Methods: The investigational CGM (Eclipse 3, GlySens, San Diego, CA) was surgically inserted superficial to the rectus sheath in 8 type 1 diabetes adults (4 Female; Mean [SD] age 56 [7]; BMI 25 [3]). were masked participants processed retrospectively simulated real-time with one capillary blood glucose calibration per day. Monthly visits evaluated: user acceptance by standardised questionnaire;...

10.2337/db23-958-p article EN Diabetes 2023-06-20

Background: Hybrid closed loop (HCL) systems are evolving. We aimed to assess treatment satisfaction and glucose control with an investigational eAHCL system. Methods: Adults type 1 diabetes (T1D) received sequentially the MiniMed™ 780G /Guardian™ Sensor 3 AHCL system, a Medtronic system each for 12 weeks. The incorporates updated software, new simple use, no calibration, all-in-one sensor, 7 day extended wear infusion set. primary outcome was difference in measured using “current” “change”...

10.2337/db23-922-p article EN Diabetes 2023-06-20

Background: SynerGTM (Pacific Diabetes Technology, Portland, OR), a prototype subcutaneous cannula combining glucose sensing and insulin infusion could reduce the burden on people with diabetes (PWD) using pump therapy (IPT) sensors. Aim: To assess refine sensor accuracy, evaluate site function, user tolerability. Method: Adults type 1 established IPT participated. Following 48-hour run-in commercially available set study (Medtronic 780G), was inserted subcutaneously in anterior abdomen...

10.2337/db23-118-lb article EN Diabetes 2023-06-23

<p dir="ltr">Objective: To determine feasibility and compare acceptance of an investigational Medtronic enhanced-Advanced Hybrid Closed Loop (e-AHCL) system in type 1 diabetes adults with earlier iterations.</p><p dir="ltr">Research Design Methods: Non-randomised three-stage (each twelve weeks) exploratory study comparing e-AHCL (Bluetooth®-enabled MiniMed™ 780G insulin pump automatic data upload [780G] incorporating updated algorithm; calibration-free all-in-one disposable...

10.2337/figshare.25111319.v1 preprint EN cc-by-nc-sa 2024-02-21

<p dir="ltr">Objective: To determine feasibility and compare acceptance of an investigational Medtronic enhanced-Advanced Hybrid Closed Loop (e-AHCL) system in type 1 diabetes adults with earlier iterations.</p><p dir="ltr">Research Design Methods: Non-randomised three-stage (each twelve weeks) exploratory study comparing e-AHCL (Bluetooth®-enabled MiniMed™ 780G insulin pump automatic data upload [780G] incorporating updated algorithm; calibration-free all-in-one disposable...

10.2337/figshare.25111319 preprint EN cc-by-nc-sa 2024-02-21

Combining a continuous glucose monitor with an insulin delivery cannula (CGM-IS) could benefit clinical outcomes. We evaluated the feasibility of single-needle insertion electrochemical investigational CGM-IS (Pacific Diabetes Technologies, Portland, Oregon) in type 1 diabetes adults.

10.1177/19322968241236771 article EN cc-by Journal of Diabetes Science and Technology 2024-03-16

Low sodium intake is paradoxically associated with adverse cardiovascular outcomes in individuals type 2 diabetes mellitus (T2D), possibly from renin-angiotensin-aldosterone system (RAAS) activation, leading to endothelial dysfunction. In the present study, we investigated associations between habitual and RAAS blockade on function by measuring circulating microparticles (MPs) T2D.We conducted a prospective, cross-sectional study 74 T2D. Habitual dietary was estimated using mean of three...

10.1042/cs20180472 article EN Clinical Science 2018-09-24

Abstract Background Insulin pump therapy (IPT) improves glucose control in people with Type 1 diabetes (T1D) compared multiple daily injections (MDI). However, their size, the tethered insulin infusion set, intrusiveness when operating device, and need to disconnect during showering limits acceptance many who may benefit. The Omnipod DASH® Management System is a small waterproof tubeless device worn on upper arm which wirelessly controlled by handheld be an acceptable alternative. there are...

10.21203/rs.3.rs-2381611/v1 preprint EN cc-by Research Square (Research Square) 2023-02-24

Background: Tubeless insulin pump therapy (IPT) offers an alternative to tubed pumps and multi-dose injections (MDI) for people with type 1 diabetes (T1D). No formal interview studies have explored individual's lived experiences of using tubeless IPT. Aim: To gain insight into the experience a IPT system compared usual or MDI care. Methods: Interviews were conducted 12-weeks after Omnipod DASH® Insulin Management System (Insulet, Acton MA) in randomised controlled trial. The transcripts...

10.2337/db23-683-p article EN Diabetes 2023-06-20
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