Wiener medizinische Wochenschrift
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Wien Med Wochenschr · May 2020
Review[Anesthesiological perspectives on perioperative management in continuous subcutaneous insulin infusion (CSII): stop or continue?]
Perioperative handling of insulin pumps (CSII) is inconsistent. The aims of this study were a literature search addressing this clinical question, analysis of data found and a proposal for perioperative management recommendations for clinical practice. ⋯ Growing evidence for improved patient outcome with perioperative CSII usage warrants interdisciplinary transfer of knowledge and experiences on intensified insulin therapy and patient empowerment.