Adult Diabetic Ketoacidosis - StatPearls - NCBI Bookshelf
Jul 10, 2023 · Diabetic ketoacidosis (DKA) is characterized by uncontrolled hyperglycemia, metabolic acidosis, and increased body ketone concentration. It is a life-threatening complication of diabetes and is usually seen in patients with type-1 diabetes mellitus.
Diabetic Ketoacidosis (DKA) - Diabetic Ketoacidosis (DKA)
Diabetic ketoacidosis (DKA) is an acute metabolic complication of diabetes characterized by hyperglycemia, hyperketonemia, and metabolic acidosis. DKA can occur when acute physiologic stressors (eg, infections, myocardial infarction) trigger acidosis, moderate glucose elevation, dehydration, and severe potassium loss in patients with type 1 ...
Diabetic Ketoacidosis (DKA) - EMCrit Project
Diabetic Ketoacidosis (DKA) August 6, 2021 by Josh Farkas. CONTENTS. Rapid Reference. Getting started. Evaluating anion gap & ketoacidosis. Definition & severity of DKA. Evaluating the cause of DKA. Core components of DKA resuscitation. Fluid administration. Electrolyte management. Insulin infusion. Long-acting, basal insulin.
Diabetic ketoacidosis - Symptoms & causes - Mayo Clinic
Oct 6, 2022 · Diabetic ketoacidosis is a serious complication of diabetes. The condition develops when the body can't produce enough insulin. Insulin plays a key role in helping sugar — a major source of energy for muscles and other tissues — enter cells in the body.
Hyperglycemic Crises: Diabetic Ketoacidosis and Hyperglycemic ...
May 9, 2021 · Diabetic ketoacidosis (DKA) and hyperosmolar hyperglycemic state (HHS) represent two extremes in the spectrum of decompensated diabetes. DKA and HHS remain important causes of morbidity and mortality among diabetic patients despite well-developed diagnostic criteria and treatment protocols (1).
Diabetic Ketoacidosis - Endotext - NCBI Bookshelf
Apr 28, 2018 · PATHOPHYSIOLOGY. Insulin deficiency, increased insulin counter-regulatory hormones (cortisol, glucagon, growth hormone, and catecholamines) and peripheral insulin resistance lead to hyperglycemia, dehydration, ketosis, and electrolyte imbalance which underlie the pathophysiology of DKA.
Diabetes-Related Ketoacidosis (DKA) - Cleveland Clinic
Diabetes-related ketoacidosis (DKA) happens when you have a lack of insulin in your body. It’s a life-threatening complication of diabetes and undiagnosed Type 1 diabetes. It’s important to familiarize yourself with the early signs and triggers of DKA so you can get medical help as soon as possible. Diabetes Care.
Diabetic ketoacidosis in adults - The BMJ
Oct 28, 2015 · Diabetic ketoacidosis (DKA) is a common, serious, and preventable complication of type 1 diabetes, with a mortality of 3-5%. It can also occur in patients with other types of diabetes. It can be the first presentation of diabetes. This accounts for about 6% of cases.
Diabetic ketoacidosis - Nature Reviews Disease Primers
May 14, 2020 · This Primer by Umpierrez and colleagues reviews the epidemiology, pathophysiology, diagnosis and management of diabetic ketoacidosis, the most common acute hyperglycaemic emergency in people...
Diabetic Ketoacidosis (DKA): Practice Essentials, Background ...
Mar 21, 2024 · Diabetic ketoacidosis (DKA) is an acute, major, life-threatening complication of diabetes. DKA mainly occurs in patients with type 1 diabetes, but it is not uncommon in some patients with type...