Cybersecurity in Artificial Pancreas Experiments

Diabetes Technol Ther. 2015 Sep;17(9):664-6. doi: 10.1089/dia.2014.0328. Epub 2015 Apr 29.

Abstract

Medical devices have transformed modern health care, and ongoing experimental medical technology trials (such as the artificial pancreas) have the potential to significantly improve the treatment of several chronic conditions, including diabetes mellitus. However, we suggest that, to date, the essential concept of cybersecurity has not been adequately addressed in this field. This article discusses several key issues of cybersecurity in medical devices and proposes some solutions. In addition, it outlines the current requirements and efforts of regulatory agencies to increase awareness of this topic and to improve cybersecurity.

Publication types

  • Research Support, N.I.H., Extramural

MeSH terms

  • Computer Security*
  • Diabetes Mellitus / therapy
  • Humans
  • Pancreas, Artificial / standards*