Endocrine Abstracts

Introduction: Hyperosmolar hyperglycaemic state (HHS) is an acute complication of diabetes which requires prompt recognition to prevent morbidity and death. Owing to its low prevalence, clinicians report a lack of confidence in management, which may result in delayed diagnosis and worsened outcomes. The limited literature on HHS management means most guidelines are based solely on expert opinion, resulting in significant discrepancies between care in centres.<p class="abst...