New Guidelines for Hyperglycemic Emergencies

Hyperglycemic emergencies are frequently encountered in the emergency department, and guidance for diagnosis and management has historically been based on outdated recommendations. A recently published set of updated, evidence-based guidelines aims to improve care for these critically ill patients.

At the AAEM 32nd Annual Scientific Assembly (AAEM26) in Seattle, WA, George Willis, MD, Vice Chair of Faculty Affairs at UT Health Sciences Center in San Antonio, TX, presented his session, “Updates in Endocrinology: Hyperglycemic Emergencies.” Dr Willis is He reported no financial relationships to disclose.

His session focused on recently published guidelines addressing hyperglycemic emergencies, including diabetic ketoacidosis and hyperglycemic hyperosmolar syndrome. The presentation also reviewed updated diagnostic criteria and treatment approaches designed to support more efficient and evidence-based care in the emergency department setting.

Learning objectives for the session included discussing updated diagnostic guidelines for diabetic ketoacidosis and hyperglycemic hyperosmolar syndrome, as well as reviewing the updated treatment algorithm for the management of these conditions.

Reference
Willis G. Updates in endocrinology: hyperglycemic emergencies (Session 210). Presented at: AAEM26 Scientific Assembly; April 13, 2026; Seattle, WA. Accessed April 14, 2026. https://aaem26.eventscribe.net/SearchByBucket.asp?f=TrackName&bm=Abstract&pfp=Abstracts