Comparing insulin dosing methods for hospital patients with high blood sugar
Part of Hormones & metabolism clinical trials.
This study compares two ways of deciding how much insulin to give with meals in the hospital. One method counts carbohydrates, while the other uses a fixed dose. The goal is to see which method controls blood sugar better.
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Who can take part
- You are 18 years or older.
- You are currently in a hospital unit that is not the intensive care unit (ICU).
- Your doctor has prescribed insulin with meals as part of your treatment.
- You do not have type 1 diabetes.
- You have not had surgery to remove your entire pancreas.
- You are not pregnant.
- You are not receiving nutrition through a tube or IV (parenteral nutrition).
- Your hospital status is not 'observation' (meaning you are expected to stay less than 48 hours).
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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