Guidelines for the use of an insulin infusion for the management of hyperglycemia in critically ill patients

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Authors

Judith Jacobi · Indiana University Health

Nicholas G. Bircher · University of Pittsburgh

James S. Krinsley · Stamford Hospital

Michael S. D. Agus · Harvard University Press

Susan S. Braithwaite

Clifford S. Deutschman · California University of Pennsylvania

Amado X. Freire · SleepMed

Abstract

While the benefits of tight glycemic control have not been definitive, there are patients who will receive insulin infusion therapy, and the suggestions in this article provide the structure for safe and effective use of this therapy.

Topics & Keywords

Hyperglycemia and glycemic control in critically ill and hospitalized patients Diabetes Management and Research Intravenous Infusion Technology and Safety

UN Sustainable Development Goals

Zero hunger

Publication Details

Published in: Critical Care Medicine

Volume 40, Issue 12, pp. 3251-3276

DOI: 10.1097/ccm.0b013e3182653269

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