A prediction model for assessing hypoglycemia risk in critically ill patients with sepsis

Sepsis is defined as organ dysfunction caused by a dysregulated host response to infection, which was considered one of the leading causes of death in intensive care unit (ICU) patients.1 Sepsis was estimated to cause 15% −56% mortality, placing a significant economic burden worldwide.2 Patients with sepsis often show varying degrees of abnormal blood glucose.3 Hypoglycemia is one of the important complications of sepsis and has been reported to be associated with a higher risk of death in patients with sepsis.
Source: Heart and Lung - Category: Intensive Care Authors: Source Type: research