The severity of sepsis: yet another factor influencing glycemic control.
The present commentary provides a brief overview of the evolving literature on glycemic management in critically ill patients. Recent interventional studies have been plagued by high rates of severe hypoglycemia among patients, particularly those with sepsis. The investigation by Waeschle and colleagues adds to our knowledge about the relationship between the severity of sepsis and glycemic dysregulation. The severity of sepsis is shown to correlate with the risk of sustaining hyperglycemia as well as critical hypoglycemia.
Krinsley
James S
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Stamford Hospital, 190 West Broad Street, Stamford, CT 06902, USA. jkrinsley@stamhealth.org
D001786:Blood Glucose / Q000032:analysis*; D003422:Critical Care / Q000379:methods; D038321:Glycemic Index; D006801:Humans; D018805:Sepsis / Q000503:physiopathology*; D012720:Severity of Illness Index
D001786:Blood Glucose