Current medical research and opinion
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Controlled Clinical Trial
In-hospital treatment of hyperglycemia: effects of intensified subcutaneous insulin treatment.
Hyperglycemia is common in hospitalized patients; however, glycemic control obtained during hospitalization is often suboptimal. No methods for achievement of proper glycemic control in this population have been validated in the in-hospital setting. ⋯ The use of intensified insulin regimen improved the glycemic control of hospitalized diabetic patients. Successful incorporation of such intensive protocols into daily medical routines requires close involvement and continuous physician guidance by the hospital diabetes team.