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ea0029p694 | Diabetes | ICEECE2012

Insulin therapy requirement in ESRD patients (Our experience)

Eltobgi A. , Abuharba A.

Diabetes (DM) is the leading cause of end-stage-renal disease (ESRD). Majority of T2DM patients (Pts) with ESRD need insulin. Kidneys play significant role in exogenous insulin metabolism. Chronic renal disease is associated with alterations in insulin metabolism and glycemic control. As renal function starts to decline, insulin requirement needs to be adjusted to reach euglycemia.A good metabolic control is not only important in the early phase of diabe...