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Guillermo E Umpierrez1, Georgia M Davis2, Nuha A ElSayed3,4
1Division of Endocrinology, Metabolism, and Lipids, Department of Medicine, Emory University School of Medicine, Atlanta, GA, USA. geumpie@emory.edu.
This updated guidance offers current recommendations for diagnosing, treating, and preventing diabetic ketoacidosis (DKA) and hyperglycaemic hyperosmolar state (HHS) in adults with diabetes.
Area of Science:
- Endocrinology and Metabolism
- Diabetes Care
Background:
- Hyperglycaemic crises, including diabetic ketoacidosis (DKA) and hyperglycaemic hyperosmolar state (HHS), are serious complications of diabetes.
- Previous consensus statements on these conditions were published in 2001 and last updated in 2009.
Purpose of the Study:
- To provide an updated consensus report on the epidemiology, pathophysiology, clinical presentation, and management of DKA and HHS in adults.
- To inform diabetes healthcare professionals and individuals with diabetes about the latest evidence-based recommendations.
Main Methods:
- A panel of internists and diabetologists convened to review and update existing guidelines.
- A systematic examination of publications released since 2009 was conducted to inform new recommendations.
Main Results:
- The report synthesizes current knowledge on DKA and HHS.
- New recommendations for diagnosis, treatment, and prevention have been developed based on recent scientific literature.
Conclusions:
- This consensus report provides essential, up-to-date information for managing hyperglycaemic crises in adults with diabetes.
- Adherence to these updated recommendations can improve patient outcomes and prevent severe complications.
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