Factors Associated With Hospitalization for Hypoglycemia and Hyperglycemia Among Older People in Long-Term Care Facilities.

ABSTRACT:

Background

Individuals with diabetes newly entering long-term care facilities (LTCFs) encounter changes in care needs and facility and care process-related factors, which potentially impact diabetes treatment outcomes. This study examined the 12-month incidence of hospitalizations for hypoglycemia and hyperglycemia in residents with diabetes and factors associated with these hospitalizations following LTCF entry.

Methods

This retrospective cohort study included residents aged ≥ 65 years with diabetes who entered a LTCF between 2015 and 2018 using data from the Registry of Senior Australians. Cumulative incidence of hospitalization for hypoglycemia or hyperglycemia in the 12 months following entry was evaluated. Factors associated with hypoglycemia or hyperglycemia hospitaliz

SUBMITTER: Wondimkun YA 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC12460984 | biostudies-literature | 2025 Sep

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature