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DKA in emergency medicine
Diabetic ketoacidosis (DKA) is a life-threatening complication of diabetes, commonly triggered by infections, insufficient insulin therapy, or other stressors. It is characterized by hyperglycemia, ketonemia, metabolic acidosis, and electrolyte imbalances, requiring prompt recognition and aggressive management in the emergency department. The treatment involves fluid resuscitation, insulin therapy to correct hyperglycemia and ketosis, and careful monitoring of electrolytes, particularly potassium, to prevent complications such as arrhythmias.
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Dr. Surjeet Acharya
Consultant, Critical Care, Max Healthcare, Delhi
Dr. Surjeet Acharya, Consultant, Critical Care, Max Healthcare, Delhi
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