Diabetes/metabolism research and reviews
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March 2007
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Diabetes Metab. Res. Rev. · Mar 2007
ReviewInsulin-based regimens decrease mortality rates in critically ill patients: a systematic review.
To determine whether treatment with glucose-insulin-potassium (GIK), insulin and glucose, or insulin by itself is beneficial in limiting organ damage after acute myocardial infarction (AMI) and reducing mortality and morbidity among critically ill hyperglycaemic patients. ⋯ There is increasing evidence that maintaining normoglycaemia and treatment with insulin-based regimens is beneficial in limiting organ damage and significantly reduces both morbidity and mortality in critically ill patients who require intensive care therapy.