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Perioperative Management of Diabetic Patients: Optimising Care with Insulin Pumps and CGM Devices

Dr Shankar Lal1†, Dr Ehtesham Khan1

1Consultant Anaesthetist, RCSI Hospital Group, Ireland

Edited by: Dr Amanda Milligan, Consultant Anaesthetist, Glasgow Royal Infirmary, Glasgow, UK; Dr Sally El-Ghazali, Consultant Anaesthetist, Northwick Park Hospital, London, UK

†Corresponding author email: shankar.anaesthesia1@gmail.com

DOI:10.28923/atotw.524

Published June 4, 2024

Abstract

This tutorial examines the perioperative management of diabetic patients using insulin pumps and CGM devices. It focuses on optimizing care through patient-centred strategies, preoperative evaluation, and education on glucose management to prevent complications and ensure stable blood glucose levels.

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