Abstract:BackgroundHyperglycemia (HG) has been reported in up to 70% of extremely low birth weight (ELBW) infants (birth weight < 1,000 g). This condition has been associated with an increased risk of retinopathy of prematurity (ROP), intraventricular hemorrhage (IVH), osmotic diuresis, dehydration, and death.ObjectiveTo describe the incidence of HG in ELBW infants, risk factors, and related morbidities. Design/Methods: Retrospective chart review of live-born ELBW infants admitted to University Hospital, San Antonio, T… Show more
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