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Glycemic Control Targets and Insulin Therapy in Hospitalized Patients

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Stress hyperglycemia in hospitalized patients is associated with worse outcomes, but aggressive glucose lowering to normal levels can increase mortality—the right target is a delicate balance.

Why this is interesting

You've just been admitted to the hospital for pneumonia, and your blood sugar is 220 mg/dL—but you've never had diabetes. Should the doctors treat it? Their decision could affect how quickly you recover.