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Diabetes mellitus: 1. Improving control in type I disease
1Division of Endocrinology and Metabolism, University of New Mexico School of Medicine, Albuquerque, USA.
Hospital Practice (1995)
|November 15, 1996
Summary
Intensive insulin therapy aims to normalize blood glucose. Patient education, regular glucose monitoring, and tailored insulin adjustments are key to achieving and maintaining target levels for diabetes management.
Area of Science:
- Endocrinology
- Metabolic Diseases
- Pharmacology
Background:
- Current diabetes management guidelines emphasize intensive insulin therapy.
- The primary objective is to achieve and sustain near-normal blood glucose levels.
- Effective glycemic control is crucial for preventing long-term diabetic complications.