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- EvidenceScore™
- Emerging
- Score 59 · Based on 1 study
- ImpactScore™
- 50
- Neutral
- ConsistencyScore™
- unclear
- Not enough independent studies
Supporting studies: Based on 1 study
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Flash glucose monitoring may improve diabetes management in Indigenous Australians
Last updated July 18, 2026
Key finding
No between-group differences were observed for change in HbA1c.
This pilot randomized controlled trial evaluated flash glucose monitoring in Indigenous Australians with type 2 diabetes, finding no significant differences in key outcomes.
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EvidenceScore™
Moderate
Study type
RCTs
Follow-up
Medium-Term (3–12 mo)
Risk of bias
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Study focus
This pilot randomized controlled trial evaluated flash glucose monitoring in Indigenous Australians with type 2 diabetes, finding no significant differences in key outcomes.
Clinical relevance
Understanding the effectiveness of different diabetes management strategies is crucial for improving health outcomes in Indigenous Australians, a group that faces unique health challenges. This study contributes to the ongoing evaluation of technology-based interventions in diabetes care, highlighting the need for tailored approaches that consider cultural and contextual factors.
Keep in mind
Small sample size may limit generalizability. Short duration of the study may not capture long-term effects. Potential unmeasured confounders could influence outcomes.
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Journal Reference
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Audrey SE, Mariam H, Tracey H, et al. Flash glucose monitoring in Indigenous Australians with type 2 diabetes: a pilot randomized controlled trial. Pilot and Feasibility Studies. 2025;11:72. doi:10.1186/s40814-025-01607-7
Main Effects
No significant change in HbA1c levels between intervention groups.
No significant difference in percentage of time spent in target blood glucose.
No severe hypoglycaemic episodes occurred in either group.
No significant differences in EQ-5D-3L quality of life scores.
Evidence network
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Evidence Context
This study contributes evidence to Freestyle Libre 1 FGM use and Blood glucose, HbA1c, Number of hypoglycaemic episodes, and 1 more.
This study contributes evidence to
Primary intervention
Freestyle Libre 1 FGM use
Primary outcomes
- Blood glucose
- HbA1c
- Number of hypoglycaemic episodes
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Primary outcomes
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Evidence pairs
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Why it is useful
- Contributes to 4 evidence relationships
- Includes primary outcome data
- Linked to 4 direct semantic evidence topics
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Primary evidence
Evidence topic
Fasting Blood Glucose
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Related evidence
Evidence topic
Glycemic Control
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Core evidence
Study findings
The primary outcomes reported in this study.
Evidence Intelligence™
- EvidenceScore™
- Strong
- Score 79 · Based on 3 studies
- ImpactScore™
- 67
- Slightly Positive
- ConsistencyScore™
- 100
- consistent
Supporting studies: Based on 3 studies
Add to Evidence TrackerNumber of hypoglycaemic episodes
Freestyle Libre 1 FGM use → Number of hypoglycaemic episodes
Freestyle Libre 1 FGM use → Number of hypoglycaemic episodes
Evidence Intelligence™
- EvidenceScore™
- Emerging
- Score 59 · Based on 1 study
- ImpactScore™
- 50
- Neutral
- ConsistencyScore™
- unclear
- Not enough independent studies
Supporting studies: Based on 1 study
Add to Evidence TrackerQuality of life
Freestyle Libre 1 FGM use → Quality of life
Freestyle Libre 1 FGM use → Quality of life
Evidence Intelligence™
- EvidenceScore™
- Emerging
- Score 59 · Based on 1 study
- ImpactScore™
- 50
- Neutral
- ConsistencyScore™
- unclear
- Not enough independent studies
Supporting studies: Based on 1 study
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Evidence Suggest
- No between-group differences were observed for HbA1c changes.
- Percentage of time spent in target blood glucose was similar across groups.
- Quality of life scores showed no significant differences.
Who this applies to
- Indigenous Australians with type 2 diabetes.
- Adults aged 18 and older with diabetes management needs.
Keep in Mind
- Results may not apply to non-Indigenous populations.
- Findings are based on a pilot study, requiring further research.
- Cultural factors may influence diabetes management effectiveness.
Between the Lines
- Small sample size may limit generalizability.
- Short duration of the study may not capture long-term effects.
- Potential unmeasured confounders could influence outcomes.
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Relationships organized using the Dediabetes Evidence Intelligence™ framework.
This study contributes to evidence on Freestyle Libre 1 FGM use and HbA1c, Freestyle Libre 1 FGM use and Fasting Glucose.
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Devices & Technology
Freestyle Libre 1 FGM use → HbA1c
Devices & Technology
Evidence Intelligence™
- EvidenceScore™
- Strong
- Score 79 · Based on 3 studies
- ImpactScore™
- 67
- Slightly Positive
- ConsistencyScore™
- 100
- consistent
Supporting studies: Based on 3 studies
View evidenceDevices & Technology
Freestyle Libre 1 FGM use → Fasting Glucose
Devices & Technology
Evidence Intelligence™
- EvidenceScore™
- Emerging
- Score 59 · Based on 1 study
- ImpactScore™
- 50
- Neutral
- ConsistencyScore™
- unclear
- Not enough independent studies
Supporting studies: Based on 1 study
View evidenceDevices & Technology
Freestyle Libre 1 FGM use → Quality of Life Outcomes
Devices & Technology
Evidence Intelligence™
- EvidenceScore™
- Emerging
- Score 59 · Based on 1 study
- ImpactScore™
- 50
- Neutral
- ConsistencyScore™
- unclear
- Not enough independent studies
Supporting studies: Based on 1 study
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Curated evidence collections and hubs this study is part of.
Freestyle Libre 1 FGM use Evidence Hub
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intervention_hubContributes to Freestyle Libre 1 FGM use evidence base.
HbA1c Evidence Hub
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3 studies
outcome_hubMeasures HbA1c as a key outcome.
Fasting Glucose Evidence Hub
All studies measuring Fasting Glucose
1 studies
outcome_hubMeasures Fasting Glucose as a key outcome.
Quality of Life Outcomes Evidence Hub
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1 studies
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Does Freestyle Libre 1 FGM use lower HbA1c?
Strong Evidence
Freestyle Libre 1 FGM use may lower HbA1c.
ConsistencyScore™: Results are consistent across studies.
Ranked evidence signals
- 1
HbA1c
EvidenceScore™ Strong | EvidenceScore™ 79.0 | weak positive | ConsistencyScore™ Consistent | 1 study
Why this answer: This answer is based on a single supporting study.
Limitations
- Only one supporting study is available.
Does Freestyle Libre 1 FGM use improve blood glucose?
Emerging Evidence
Current evidence does not show a clear benefit of Freestyle Libre 1 FGM use for blood glucose.
ConsistencyScore™: Consistency cannot yet be determined from the available evidence.
Ranked evidence signals
- 1
Blood glucose
EvidenceScore™ Emerging | EvidenceScore™ 59.0 | neutral | ConsistencyScore™ Unclear | 1 study
Why this answer: This answer is based on a single supporting study.
Limitations
- Only one supporting study is available.
Does Freestyle Libre 1 FGM use affect number of hypoglycaemic episodes?
Emerging Evidence
Current evidence does not show a clear effect of Freestyle Libre 1 FGM use on number of hypoglycaemic episodes.
ConsistencyScore™: Consistency cannot yet be determined from the available evidence.
Ranked evidence signals
- 1
Number of hypoglycaemic episodes
EvidenceScore™ Emerging | EvidenceScore™ 59.0 | neutral | ConsistencyScore™ Unclear | 1 study
Why this answer: This answer is based on a single supporting study.
Limitations
- Only one supporting study is available.
Does Freestyle Libre 1 FGM use improve quality of life?
Emerging Evidence
Current evidence does not show a clear benefit of Freestyle Libre 1 FGM use for quality of life.
ConsistencyScore™: Consistency cannot yet be determined from the available evidence.
Ranked evidence signals
- 1
Quality of life
EvidenceScore™ Emerging | EvidenceScore™ 59.0 | neutral | ConsistencyScore™ Unclear | 1 study
Why this answer: This answer is based on a single supporting study.
Limitations
- Only one supporting study is available.
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