About infusions sets... - Page 2

Dewey · #16 (**permalink**) 03-25-2007, 11:19 AM

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Originally Posted by jentoe_22

I just ordered my first insulin pump ever. Its a paradigm 722. The woman on the phone at Liberty Medical really did not make it seem like I had any options when it comes to sets. I am almost positive I am getting the quicksets. She also said something about a quickserter. I am a little intimidated now about bending a set. Does that happen with the minimed quicksets often?

Hi Jentoe, and welcome aboard!

The Quick-sets should be alright. In the past, they've had some issues (with the Quick-sets Plus) dislodging or bending, but they've removed those from the market. While bending can still occur with the Quick-sets, it's not as common and users just need to keep a good check on sugar levels after inserting any type of set so that they'll know whether the set is properly working or not.

While I'm personally not a fan of Quick-sets, others are able to use them without trouble. For my body type, they just don't seem to work as well. I think you'll do fine with them, though. Please keep us posted on your new pump & how things are working out for you! Hope this helps, and again, glad you're with us!

someone · #17 (**permalink**) 03-25-2007, 11:50 AM

I have used the comforts and the insets. Personally, I can't stand havng to insert the set by hand, so I prefer the insets which are spring loaded. I don't even think twice about changing my set since I switched to the insets. It also makes it much easier to insert in sites that are hard to reach. Lastly, I have noticed that I get absolutely no infections with the insets. When I used the comforts, I always had infections after I removed my sites. This must have something to do with the fact that nothing really can get underneath the insets once they are on.

jentoe_22 · #18 (**permalink**) 03-25-2007, 12:22 PM

I am a little worried now, because I am not sure which length the woman from Liberty ordered me. She asked me if I could pinch more than an inch at my side, I told her it was exactly an inch. Does it really make that much of a difference? They should be here in the morning for me to look at. But this is all so new to me. My syringes are 8mm long, and the longer quickset is 9mm right? It really does not seem that long at all. If she sent me the ones that are 6mm and they are too small, what happens? Do they come out easier? I am getting more nervous as the days go by. I will absolutely let you all know how it goes.

someone · #19 (**permalink**) 03-25-2007, 02:04 PM

If you can pinch 1 inch, you will probably find more comfort with 6 mm. They certainly won't be too short.

KritterMom · #20 (**permalink**) 03-25-2007, 02:09 PM

I've been pumping for 2 months now, using Quicksets, and haven't had any problems whatsoever.

camjen1 · #21 (**permalink**) 03-25-2007, 02:12 PM

I've been pumping for well over 4 years and have always used the 9mm Quick Sets. I have had a few bent cannula's in my time but if you watch your bs numbers then you can quickly fix the problem by replacing it with a new Quick Set. I was never asked what sets I wanted and I'm pretty sure the Quick Sets are standard unless you specifically specify what set you want to use.

Give them a go and then if you like them continue with them and if not there are always others that may feel more comfortable to you.

jentoe_22 · #22 (**permalink**) 03-25-2007, 02:24 PM

Thank you guys. I feel a little better now. Everything should be here in the morning. I just want to get over the nerves. I will let you all know what I think of the quicksets.

NoelD · #23 (**permalink**) 03-25-2007, 02:38 PM

I've been using the 23" 9mm Quickset since I've been pumping. No issues except for pulling one out accidentally. I love 'em.

greengirl · #24 (**permalink**) 03-25-2007, 03:43 PM

Does it really make a difference if one uses 6mm or 9mm sets. I currently use the 8mm ultraflex sets. I got a sample of pink insets that I really liked in 6mm. And the Cozmo rep left me some 6mm cleos. I haven't had any issue using the 6mm, but I wonder if there is some reason not to. I can generally feel the ultraflex at 8mm even though the don't hurt. I've had a 6mm cleo in for almost 3 days with no issue. I definately do not fall into the lean catergory. More like average with about 10lbs to lose. Deltec is sending me a sample of 9mm, which I think will also be fine. Just wondering if there is any reason to pick one lenght over another?

someone · #25 (**permalink**) 03-25-2007, 04:14 PM

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Originally Posted by greengirl

Does it really make a difference if one uses 6mm or 9mm sets. I currently use the 8mm ultraflex sets. I got a sample of pink insets that I really liked in 6mm. And the Cozmo rep left me some 6mm cleos. I haven't had any issue using the 6mm, but I wonder if there is some reason not to. I can generally feel the ultraflex at 8mm even though the don't hurt. I've had a 6mm cleo in for almost 3 days with no issue. I definately do not fall into the lean catergory. More like average with about 10lbs to lose. Deltec is sending me a sample of 9mm, which I think will also be fine. Just wondering if there is any reason to pick one lenght over another?

I just use the 6mm because the 9mm were hurting. I don't know why anyone would choose the 9mm over the 6mm.

janette2005 · #26 (**permalink**) 04-13-2007, 07:34 AM

Liz:
That happened to my son too a lot. And you know what was the problem? We were never teach that when you put the infusion set on the inserter, you must push a little. The infusion may go into a little whole in the inside of the inserter. Best way to find out if it's correct is flipping the inserter down (with the infusion set on it). The infusion should remain on the inserter. We were lucky for almost a year w/out any problem with the quick set but suddenly since february was a bad site after the other. Cannula was bent before it get into the skin, bc the needle was not piercing the skin.

lowell · #27 (**permalink**) 05-02-2007, 03:29 PM

Hi I am very new to this forum and also a very new diabetic, been only for around 3 months. Very skinny so I have 6mm cannula with the Quick Set. I do not understand how the scar tissue builds up more with this set than with needles? I also am afraid if I do get a set with needles that the other end of the needle could come back out of the skin at a different spot? Also that the needle may possibly go into the muscles of the abdomen. Lastly, I have read many things of bent needles going into the skin...this sounds very painful? is it? I'd like to know if the cannula is less painful or just plain better than the needle? or maybe there is a better insertion set with cannulas...having a needle in me all the time sounds very uncomfortable. Thnx!

mark_in_toronto · #28 (**permalink**) 05-11-2007, 06:44 PM

Learning lots here, it felt like I was the only diabetic to have trouble with infusion sets. I started on the pump (Paradigm 522) March 19/07 and basically, what could have gone wrong has gone wrong for me since then. Tried 9mm Quick Sets, Sure-T's, 13mm AND 17mm Silhouettes with limited success (only one worked for 3 days in 7 weeks). Tried stomach, legs, behind, didn't have "No delivery" alarm or visible cannula bending (except for a couple) so appears to be absorption issue (doc doesn't agree with Medtronic that I must have scar tissue).

I've been type 1 since Nov '85 for the record. I'm leaner than most and muscular from cycling to work so that appears to be a problem also which limits my choice of sites.

I've asked for samples of the 6mm Quick Set (currently using 17mm Sil. in stomach) to use in my legs/behind areas as other sets don't seem to work or bend. For a leaner person like myself, is it better to use a greater angle when inserting a Silhouette set? Or a reduced angle? My pump trainer isn't real experienced so I'm looking for info here instead of from her.

catgalla · #29 (**permalink**) 05-11-2007, 08:21 PM

I've been pumping for over 7 years now. I started out with the MM 508 and was using the sof serters which were ok but I don't like the extra tubing hanging off the site. I now use a MM 715 and use quik sets and I've got to say I've never had a problem with them. Yes they sting when inserting from time to time but I've never had bent tubing and I've never had scar tissue build up and I always insert in my stomach. I guess I'm one of the lucky ones.

My son however uses the silhouettes and he doesn't mind it anymore but it is intimidating by the size of the needle. I insert his manually. We did try the Sure-T's as well but they were always coming out. Since using the Silhouettes we haven't had any prematurely come out.

It's probably individual preference. Try different ones and stick with the one that works best for you. Everyone is different.

tlongo · #30 (**permalink**) 05-12-2007, 01:23 AM

Hi all, I started pumping 7 years ago with the d-tron and have been using the Accuchek brand infusion sets. They are not bad but recently I have had a few minor issues with the infusion set attaching to the site. It is very frustrating when I place the site and then can't get the line attached.

I recently tried the Cleos and I really like them, the insertion is pain free and they are very secure. The only potential issue that I ran into when I first tested them was that it seemed that my levels where a bit higher. I have since tested them again and it does not seem to be a problem. Now I don't want to use the rest of my Accuchek infusion sets, but I have 5 and 1/2 boxes of them. I think I am going to donate them for insulin pumpers in need and start using the Cleo's now.