Achieving a Preoperative Target HbA1c of < 69 mmol/mol in Elective Vascular and Orthopedic Surgery: A Retrospective Single Center Observational Study.

Our data shows that the majority (77% ) of people undergoing elective vascular and orthopedic surgery were able to achieve a target HbA1c of < 69 mmol/mol. The current preoperative guidance is therefore achievable in a real-life setting. However, as is stated in the national guidance, this target should only be used where it is safe to do so and a degree of clinical discretion is necessary.