The optimal glycemic target in critically ill patients: an updated network meta-analysis

Abstract Acute glycemic control significantly affects the clinical outcomes of critically ill patients. This updated network meta-analysis examines the benefits and harms of four target blood glucose levels (< 110, 110–144, 144–180, and > 180 mg/dL). Analyzing data of 27,541 patients from 37 t...

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Main Authors: Aiko Tanaka, Tomoaki Yatabe, Tomohiro Suhara, Moritoki Egi
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: BMC 2024-04-01
Series:Journal of Intensive Care
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Online Access:https://doi.org/10.1186/s40560-024-00728-0
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Summary:Abstract Acute glycemic control significantly affects the clinical outcomes of critically ill patients. This updated network meta-analysis examines the benefits and harms of four target blood glucose levels (< 110, 110–144, 144–180, and > 180 mg/dL). Analyzing data of 27,541 patients from 37 trials, the surface under the cumulative ranking curve for mortality and hypoglycemia was highest at a target blood glucose level of 144–180 mg/dL, while for infection and acute kidney injury at 110–144 mg/dL. Further evidence is needed to determine whether 110–144 or 144–180 mg/dL is superior as an optimal glucose target, considering prioritized outcomes.
ISSN:2052-0492