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Diabetic Ketoacidosis and Hyperglycemic Hyperosmolar Syndrome

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Explore a comprehensive 28-minute lecture on diabetic ketoacidosis (DKA) and hyperglycemic hyperosmolar syndrome (HHS), the most common and life-threatening acute complications of diabetes mellitus. Learn about the clinical presentations, diagnostic criteria, and treatment approaches for these medical emergencies. Gain insights into the causes, pathophysiology, and dehydration processes associated with DKA and HHS. Understand the relevant laboratory values and normal ranges crucial for diagnosis. Discover the high-yield concepts presented in an easy-to-follow format, complementing your medical studies. Enhance your knowledge of Kussmaul breathing in type 1 diabetes patients and familiarize yourself with key reference values for anion gap, serum osmolality, pH, PaCO2, and HCO3-.

Syllabus

Intro
Causes
Pathophysiology
Dehydration
Labs
Treatment

Taught by

Ninja Nerd

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