What is the utility of blood beta-hydroxybutyrate measurements in emergency department in patients without diabetes: a systematic review
Abstract Background Ketones are synthesised as an alternative fuel source during times of energy restriction. In the absence of a hyperglycemic emergency, ketosis in patients presenting to the emergency department (ED) may indicate reduced carbohydrate intake. In the perioperative setting, excess fa...
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| Format: | Article |
| Language: | English |
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BMC
2023-04-01
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| Series: | Systematic Reviews |
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| Online Access: | https://doi.org/10.1186/s13643-023-02203-7 |