The Effect of Single Low-Dose Dexamethasone on Blood Glucose Concentrations in the Perioperative Period

BACKGROUND:The effect of single low-dose dexamethasone therapy on perioperative blood glucose concentrations has not been well characterized. In this investigation, we examined the effect of 2 commonly used doses of dexamethasone (4 and 8 mg at induction of anesthesia) on blood glucose concentration