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Newly Diagnosed Hyperglycemia and Stress Hyperglycemia in a Coronary Intensive Care Unit
In Brief
A clinical study evaluating Insulin for Diabetes Mellitus and 3 related conditions. Completed, across 1 site.
Detailed Summary
Newly diagnosed hyperglycemia (NDH) and stress hyperglycemia (SH) during acute illness is reported as a non-physiological condition in hospitals. The investigators aim is to determine the rate of NDH and SH among cases admitted to coronary ICU with acute coronary disease and to inquire the relationship of SH with disease severity and functional outcomes such as longevity of ICU stay.
Study Details
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Interventions
Capillary glucose measurements of Group 2 and Group 3 will be performed during hospitalization and will be treated when they are over 180mg/dl. Short acting oral anti-diabetic drugs will be given to patients who refuse insulin injection.