Milz, Anna2008-09-022008-09-022008-09-02https://hdl.handle.net/11299/42840The information provided in this handout does not necessarily reflect the views of the University of Minnesota Medical School physicians and faculty. These materials are provided for informational purposes only and are in no way intended to take the place of the advice and recommendations of your personal health care provider. You use the information provided in these handouts at your own risk.Type 1 diabetic patients with poor glycemic control experience some improvement in hemoglobin A1c by using the insulin pump. There is also a reduction in the total insulin required per day. There is no difference in the episodes of hypoglycemia or diabetic ketoacidosis. However, patients must be willing to learn how to use the pump, be able to pay for the pump and determine if the insulin pump is better for their lifestyle.en-USInsulin pumpType 1 diabetesOther