Diabetic ketoacidosis in a pediatric patient. Case report
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https://doi.org/10.26871/killcanasalud.v9i1.1608Keywords:
Diabetic Ketoacidosis, diabetes Mellitus type 1, preschool child, insulin, emergency medical servicesAbstract
Diabetic ketoacidosis (DKA) is an acute and serious metabolic complication of type 1 diabetes, particularly common in pediatric patients. It occurs when there is an absolute or relative insulin deficiency along with an excess of counter-regulatory hormones, leading to hyperglycemia, metabolic acidosis, and ketonemia. This case report describes a 3-year-old male patient who presented to the emergency department with dehydration, irritability, abdominal pain, and weight loss, and was diagnosed with moderate DKA. Timely clinical management with fluid resuscitation and controlled insulin therapy led to successful stabilization and recovery. This case underscores the importance of early diagnosis and proper management, especially in settings with limited resources.
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