Preliminary observations on thyroxin, insulin and cortisol reactions following trauma

Liu, Y.; Cui, J.R.; Lin, X.H.; Gu, Y.; Liu, Y; Cui, J.R; Lin, X.H; Gu, Y

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Preliminary observations on thyroxin, insulin and cortisol reactions following trauma

Liu, Y.; Cui, J.R.; Lin, X.H.; Gu, Y.

Chinese Medical Journal 96(8): 634-637

1983

ISSN/ISBN: 0366-6999

PMID: 6416764

Document Number: 210690

Early post-trauma depression of thyroxine, insulin and cortisol secretion yields poor prognosis, as do lower insulin/glucose (I/G) ratios. Cortisol administration is given those with low levels during shock for only a limited period in order to prevent side effects. In order to improve insulin and blood glucose intake in the early stage, GIK [glucose-insulin, potassium] therapy should be considered. Further study of thyroxine and its metabolic effects is needed.