Abnormal Insulin Sensitivity Persists up to Three Years in Pediatric Patients Post-Burn

AUTOR(ES)

Gauglitz, Gerd G.

FONTE

The Endocrine Society

RESUMO

Context: The acute hypermetabolic response post-burn is associated with insulin resistance and hyperglycemia, significantly contributing to adverse outcome of these patients.

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