Insulin drip vs. insulin shots during heart surgery
Part of Hormones & metabolism clinical trials.
This study compares two ways of giving insulin during heart surgery to see which one controls blood sugar better. It may help find the safest and most effective method for patients with diabetes.
Summary written for real people, not researchers, by Clin2.
Who can take part
- You are 18 years or older.
- You are having heart surgery.
- Your blood sugar is between 80 and 180 mg/dL before surgery.
- You have diabetes or take diabetes medications.
- You are not allergic to insulin.
- You do not have severe liver disease.
- You have not had low blood sugar (hypoglycemia) episodes in the last 6 months.
Quick eligibility check
Answer a few plain-language questions, based on this study's own requirements, to get a preliminary sense of fit.
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