GLUCOSENS study protocol: a continuous glucose monitoring system compared to fingerstick glucose monitoring in surgical wards - a two-centre before-after clinical trial.

ABSTRACT:

Introduction

Effective glucose control in surgical patients at risk of hyperglycaemia and hypoglycaemia is crucial, as these conditions can lead to surgical site infections, prolonged hospital stays and death. Fingerstick glucose monitoring (FSGM), the standard measurement of glucose, can be painful for patients and time-consuming for nursing staff, especially with hourly monitoring around surgery. Continuous glucose monitoring systems (CGMS) offer a less invasive alternative with better glucose regulation in outpatients.The GLUCOSENS study compares the effects of CGMS and FSGM on point-of-care measurements and time-in-range (3.9-10.0 mmol/l) glucose levels (primary outcome), patient satisfaction and experience and nursing staff workload and experience in surgical wards. Furthermor

SUBMITTER: Schultz H 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC11966949 | biostudies-literature | 2025 Apr

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature