30% of these patients presented in DKA out of which 66% were severe DKA (pH < 7.1). All the Intensive Care Unit admissions were delayed referrals. Children who were referred late also had more ...

These factors coupled with the presence of a stressful condition result in more severe hyperglycemia than that seen in DKA. In addition, inadequate fluid intake contributes to hyperosmolarity ...

Diabetic ketoacidosis (DKA) is a dangerous buildup of acids called ketones in your blood. Ketones are produced when your body doesn’t have enough insulin to convert sugar into energy. As a ...

Moderate DKA is characterized by a plasma glucose concentration of greater than 250 mg/dl, an arterial pH of 7.00 to <7.24, a serum bicarbonate concentration of 10 to <15 mEq/l, a positive test for ...

Arterial blood gas analysis (pH 7.05, bicarbonate 8.8 mmol/L) and the presence of massive ketonuria confirmed the diagnosis of severe ketoacidosis. The patient’s metabolism was chronically ...

Patients with severe DKA may be confused or even comatose at presentation. Focal neurologic signs (e.g., cranial nerve palsies and double vision) may be present in CE. The clinical signs of DKA ...

Dr. Chawla: Diabetes ketoacidosis (DKA) is a severe diabetes complication marked by high blood sugar levels, dehydration, and ...