What is the utility of blood beta-hydroxybutyrate measurements in emergency department in patients without diabetes: a systematic review.

Su An Hui Angela Lin ChiewBarbara Depczynski

Published in: Systematic reviews (2023)

The evidence for any utility of BHB measurement in the ED in absence of diabetes is limited to the paediatric population, specifically children presenting with symptoms of gastroenteritis. Any role in adults remains unexplored.

Keyphrases

emergency department
end stage renal disease
type diabetes
cardiovascular disease
newly diagnosed
ejection fraction
chronic kidney disease
peritoneal dialysis
young adults
intensive care unit
prognostic factors