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Abdullah M Almutairi1, Sheima M Dahman2, Mushabab A Alshahrani3
1Department of Internal Medicine, Division of Diabetes and Endocrinology, Security Forces Hospital, Riyadh, SAU.
Abstract:
Diabetic ketoacidosis (DKA) is a serious acute complication commonly associated with type 1 diabetes mellitus (T1DM). It is characterized by elevated blood glucose levels, increased ketone production due to insufficient insulin, and metabolic acidosis. Acute pancreatitis (AP) is an inflammatory condition of the pancreas that can range from mild, self-limiting episodes to severe, life-threatening illness. The triad of DKA, hypertriglyceridemia, and AP presents a unique and challenging clinical scenario. This report describes the case of a 41-year-old female diagnosed with ketosis-prone diabetes and severe hypertriglyceridemia-induced pancreatitis. The case highlights several important considerations for clinicians and underscores the intricate interplay between metabolic disturbances, emphasizing the need for a comprehensive, multidisciplinary approach to management and treatment to address underlying causes and prevent future complications.
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