Diabetic Ketoacidosis Complications in Pediatrics: A Narrative Review

Authors

  • Alaa Mohamed Baroum Medical Interns, Suliman Al-Rajhi University, Saudi Arabia Author
  • Zainab Yasser Mohamed Ahmed Medical Interns, Suliman Al-Rajhi University, Saudi Arabia Author

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.47363/JDRR/2023(5)171

Keywords:

Type 1 Diabetes, Diabetic Ketoacidosis, DKA, Complications, DKA Severity, Pediatric, Review

Abstract

Introduction: Around the world type I diabetes mellitus (T1D) is becoming more prevalent among pediatrics. The most common cause of mortality in children is diabetic ketoacidosis (DKA). It affects up to one-third of people with T1D. The most common complication of pediatric diabetic ketoacidosis is cerebral edema; however, it is not the only adverse effect of DKA that necessitates continuous observation.

Methods: This study was conducted as a narrative review obtaining all applicable data on complications of diabetic ketoacidosis (DKA) in the pediatrics age group.

Conclusion: This review of literature discusses the effects of DKA on different body systems including neurological, coagulopathy, pulmonary,gastrointestinal, infectious, and renal effects.

Aim: To educate families and healthcare professionals about the significance of strict glycemic control and early identification of DKA in order to prevent the onset of those consequences, we examine each of those multisystem impacts in children. 

Author Biographies

  • Alaa Mohamed Baroum, Medical Interns, Suliman Al-Rajhi University, Saudi Arabia

    Medical Interns, Suliman Al-Rajhi University, Saudi Arabia

  • Zainab Yasser Mohamed Ahmed, Medical Interns, Suliman Al-Rajhi University, Saudi Arabia

    Medical Interns, Suliman Al-Rajhi University, Saudi Arabia

Downloads

Published

2023-05-20

Issue

Vol. 5 No. 3 (2023): Volume 5 Issue 3

Section

Articles