Mild and severe diabetic ketoacidosis in children: a report of two cases

  • Vini Jamarin RSIA Bunda Jakarta
  • Nanis Sacharina Marzuki Bunda Women and Children Hospital, Jakarta, Indonesia
DOI: https://doi.org/10.14238/pi62.4.2022.291-4
Keywords: diabetic ketoacidosis, diabetes mellitus

Abstract

Diabetic ketoacidosis (DKA) is a severe complication of diabetes mellitus (DM) in children caused by insulin deficiency. This condition is often unidentified or diagnosed late, and treated with inadequate therapy. Diabetic ketoacidosis can lead to several complications, the most fatal being cerebral edema. We present two cases of DKA with different clinical presentation and severity. Early identification and proper management of DKA can help improve outcomes and avoid complications.

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Published
2022-08-10
How to Cite
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Jamarin V, Marzuki N. Mild and severe diabetic ketoacidosis in children: a report of two cases. PI [Internet]. 10Aug.2022 [cited 21Jan.2025];62(4):291-. Available from: https://paediatricaindonesiana.org/index.php/paediatrica-indonesiana/article/view/2514
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Vol 62 No 4 (2022): July 2022
Section
Case Report

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Received 2020-11-03
Accepted 2022-08-10
Published 2022-08-10