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Acute complications of Diabetes: Ketoacidosis and its management
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Case Description
When your body produces a lot of the blood acids known as ketones, or ketones, it can lead to a serious complication of diabetes called diabetic ketoacidosis. When your body can't create enough insulin, the problem sets in. Sugar (glucose), a main source of energy for your muscles and other...
Case Summary
- Diabetic Ketoacidosis (DKA) is an acute complication of diabetes, more common in type 1 but possible in type 2. The initial approach involves rapid assessment and immediate action, even before lab results are available. Fluid resuscitation is the primary goal in the first hour, using isotonic saline (0.9% NaCl) at 15-20 ml/kg body weight. The focus initially is not on controlling hyperglycemia or ketosis.
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Dr. Swathi
Assistant Professor,Biochemistry,Datta Megha Institute of Medical Sciences, WardhaDisclosures
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