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Case Discussion on Hyperglycemic Emergencies

Presented from India by Dr. Aklesh Tandelkar

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Case Description

Patients with both type 1 and type 2 diabetes mellitus may experience acute metabolic consequences such as diabetic ketoacidosis (DKA) and hyperglycemic hyperosmolar state (HHS). Effective management, thorough clinical and biochemical examination, and prompt diagnosis are essential for the...

Case Summary

Hyperglycemia, referring to high blood sugar levels, is defined as exceeding 100 mg/dL, with normal levels between 80-100 mg/dL. Diabetes, categorized as acute or chronic, includes Type 1 (absolute insulin deficiency) and Type 2 (insulin resistance). Case reports aid in understanding diabetes and hyperglycemia emergencies.

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Dr. Aklesh Tandelkar

CRITICAL CARE SPECIALIST MD, EDIC, IDCCM, FIMSA, DA, FCPS, FISCCM

Dr. Aklesh Tandekar is a PROFESSIONAL INTENSIVE CARE CONSULTANT WITH IN-DEPTH ICU MANAGEMENT SKILLS ADVANCE CRITICAL CARE .He is MD Anesthesiology from LTMMC and LTMGH, Sion Hospital, Mumbai with over 15 years’ experience in Critical Care. ▪ Currently Consultant, Critical Care, Apollo Hospitals, Navi Mumbai. ▪ IDCCM (Indian Diploma in Critical Care Medicine) from Hinduja Hospital Mumbai. ▪ EDIC (European Diploma in Critical Care Medicine) Brussels.

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