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Table 3 Composite endpoint diabetes related complications

From: Study protocol of a randomised controlled trial comparing perioperative intravenous insulin, GIK or GLP-1 treatment in diabetes–PILGRIM trial

Diabetes related complications

Definition

Hypoglycaemia

For which assistance was required

Diabetic Ketoacidosis

For which admission was required

Seeking medical help

Unplanned appointment with physician or DM nurse

Change in medication

Change in dose or medication stopped within 30 days of surgery

New medication

Additional diabetes medication started within 30 days of surgery