Naslov
A fatal outcome of complicated severe diabetic ketoacidosis in a 11-year-old girl

Autori
Severinski Srećko ; Butorac Ahel, Ivona ; Ovuka, Aleksandar ; Verbić Arijan

Izvornik
Journal of pediatric endocrinology & metabolism (0334-018X) 29 (2016), 8; 1001-1004

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Radovi u časopisima, prikaz, znanstveni

Ključne riječi
cerebral edema ; diabetic ketoacidosis ; diabetes mellitus

Sažetak
Diabetic ketoacidosis (DKA) is a complex metabolic state characterized by hyperglycemia, metabolic acidosis and ketonuria. Cerebral edema is the most common rare complication of DKA in children. The objective of the study was to emphasize the importance of careful evaluation and monitoring for signs and symptoms of cerebral edema in all children undergoing treatment for DKA. We present a case of 11-year-old girl with a history of diabetes mellitus type I (T1DM) who presented with severe DKA complicated by hypovolemic shock, cerebral edema and hematemesis. Considering the fact that complications of DKA are rare and require a high index of clinical suspicion, early recognition and treatment are crucial for avoiding permanent damage.

Izvorni jezik
Engleski

Znanstvena područja
Kliničke medicinske znanosti

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