Journal of diabetes science and technology
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J Diabetes Sci Technol · Mar 2009
Temporal and geographic patterns of hypoglycemia among hospitalized patients with diabetes mellitus.
Hypoglycemia is often cited as a barrier to achieving inpatient glycemic targets. We sought to characterize hypoglycemic events in our institution by work-shift cycle and by specific treatment area. ⋯ There are temporal and geographic patterns in the occurrence of hypoglycemia among patients with diabetes or hyperglycemia in our hospital. Further study should focus on the reasons underlying these variations so that specific interventions can address the risk of hypoglycemia during peak times and places.