Hypoglycemia in patients with insulin‑treated diabetes

Hypoglycemia is the major barrier for optimal glycemic control in patients on maintenance insulin therapy. It is widely known that good glycemic control leads to prevention of or delay in the development of microvascular complications, and can reduce macrovascular events. It is thought that hypoglycemia may predispose patients to cognitive deterioration and may negatively affect the cardiovascular system. Hypoglycemia per se can contribute to a...