HYPERGLYCEMIA IN THE HOSPITAL SETTING

Author: Garg Rajesh

Brand: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers

Edition: First Edition

Binding: paperback

Number Of Pages: 146

Release Date: 01-01-2014

model number: NUSTBK20171230-C0187173

Part Number: NUSTBK20171230-C0187173

Details: Hyperglycaemia occurs when people with diabetes have too much sugar in their bloodstream. If blood sugar levels remain high for a length of time, further health complications may occur (D). This book is a concise guide to hyperglycaemia in acutely ill, hospitalised patients. Beginning with an introduction to the epidemiology and pathophysiology of the condition, the following chapters discuss the monitoring of glucose levels and their management. The final sections examine the transition from inpatient to outpatient setting. Written by recognised endocrinologists from Harvard Medical School, Boston, this book includes illustrations and tables and is a highly useful reference for practising diabetologists and trainees. Key points Concise guide to the management of hyperglycaemia in acutely ill, hospitalised patientsIn depth coverage of measurement of glucose levels and controversy about glucose targets in hospitalsIncludes discussion on transition from inpatient to outpatient settingWritten by recognised endocrinologists from Harvard Medical School, Boston

EAN: 9789351523130

Package Dimensions: 9.3 x 6.1 x 0.2 inches

Languages: English