Pediatr Crit Care Me
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Pediatr Crit Care Me · Sep 2007
ReviewIs hyperglycemia really harmful? A critical appraisal of "Persistent hyperglycemia in critically ill children" by Faustino and Apkon (J Pediatr 2005; 146:30-34).
To review the findings and to discuss the implications of hyperglycemia in critically ill children. ⋯ This study adds to the growing body of knowledge that associates the timing, intensity, duration, and variability of glycemia with outcomes in critically ill children. However, its limitations restrict drawing causal relationships and prevents insights regarding therapy.