▸ Glyburide has been linked with a higher risk of hypoglycemia than has glipizide.
▸ The evidence on risk factors is imperfect, but be hesitant to start glitazones de novo.
As a treatment reference, Dr. Maynard suggested algorithms available at the Web site of the American Academy of Clinical Endocrinologists (www.aace.com/resources/igcrcwww.hospitalmedicine.org/ResourceRoomRedesign/GlycemicControl.cfm
Dr. Maynard reported that he and his coinvestigators had no disclosures related to the study.