Hypoglycemia and hyperglycemia are risk factors for falls in the hospital population

ConclusionHypoglycemia and hyperglycemia during hospital stays are correlated with an increased risk for falls in the hospitalized population. Presence of diabetes, use of insulin or glucose variability could potentially constitute risk factors for falls inside the hospital as well.
Source: Acta Diabetologica - Category: Endocrinology Source Type: research