Predisposing factors for hypoglycemia in the intensive care unit*
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Predisposing factors for hypoglycemia in the intensive care unit.
OBJECTIVE The introduction of strict glycemic control in the intensive care unit has increased the risk for hypoglycemia. In this study we examined the association between predefined circumstances and the occurrence of hypoglycemia in the intensive care unit. DESIGN : Retrospective cohort study. SETTING Academic medical center. PATIENTS All episodes of hypoglycemia (glucose value <45 mg/d...
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عنوان ژورنال: Critical Care Medicine
سال: 2006
ISSN: 0090-3493
DOI: 10.1097/01.ccm.0000194536.89694.06