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Stig Steinfurth1, Vibeke Koudahl2
1Plastikkirurgisk Afdeling Z, Sygehus Lillebælt, Vejle Sygehus.
Ugeskrift for Laeger
|June 29, 2023
Summary
Severe hypoglycemia occurred in a type 1 diabetic patient after split skin grafting. Excessive release of insulin degludec from the anterior thigh injection site likely caused the prolonged low blood sugar.
Area of Science:
- Reconstructive Surgery
- Endocrinology
- Diabetology
Background:
- Split skin grafting is a common surgical procedure.
- Complications are typically minor, like delayed wound healing.
- Type 1 diabetes management involves subcutaneous insulin injections.