Endocrinology Archives - Page 15 of 18

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Lower glucose target linked to improved mortality in critically ill
May 3, 2018
The findings of a new study of critically ill patients challenge current guidelines on the use of intensive insulin therapy.
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Risk-stratification tool predicts severe hypoglycemia
January 18, 2018
Can a clinical tool be developed to predict severe hypoglycemia in at-risk patients with type 2 diabetes (T2D)?
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Award for best hospital goes to … the Mayo Clinic
August 9, 2017
The U.S. News Best Hospitals Honor Roll for 2017-2018 includes the usual suspects, with the University of Michigan making a big move up the list.
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Bedside CGM boosts glucose control in hospital
June 10, 2017
Early results from pilot study impress researchers.
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Improve your glycemic control efforts with SHM’s GC eQUIPS program
May 19, 2017
SHM’s eQUIPS program supports the development and implementation of glycemic control programs at hospitals nationwide.
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Hyponatremia: Watch the water, not the salt
May 12, 2017
LAS VEGAS – Keeping an eye on sodium is key to diagnosing hyponatremia, but don’t forget it’s a problem of too much water, not salt, said an expert at HM17.
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Keys to de-escalating endocrine emergencies
May 4, 2017
There is a fine line between endocrine system compensation and decompensation, according to an expert who shared tips for treating acute endocrine conditions.
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Do not use steroids in patients with severe sepsis without shock
January 25, 2017
Does hydrocortisone therapy prevent progression to septic shock in patients with severe sepsis without shock?
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Single Dose of Dexamethasone Not an Alternative to ‘Steroid Burst’ for Acute Asthma Treatment
June 27, 2016
Clinical question: Is one dose of dexamethasone comparable to five days of prednisone for treating mild-to-moderate asthma exacerbations? Background: Corticosteroids are the mainstay of initial treatment for asthma exacerbations.
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Oral Steroids as Good as NSAIDs for Acute Gout
June 24, 2016
Clinical question: Are oral steroids as effective as NSAIDs in treating acute gout? Background: Two small trials have suggested that oral steroids are as effective as NSAIDs in treating acute gout.