Stress-induced hyperglycemia and mortality of non-diabetic patients with sepsis: a meta-analysis

all > 0.05). In conclusion, SIH defined by early admission blood glucose is significantly associated with increased short-term mortality in non-diabetic septic patients. These findings highlight the importance of early recognition and monitoring of SIH in this high-risk population. Systematic review registration: https://www.crd.york.ac.uk/PROSPERO/, identifier CRD42024587545.