Cause of death in diabetic ketoacidosis in children?
Ans. is 'a' i.e., Cerebral edema o High blood sugar will cross the blood brain barrier and simultaneously will draw water inside leading to cerebral edema. Cerebral edema accounts for 60-90% of all DKA related deaths in children,o Infection is a precipitator for development of DKA.o Other precipitating factor can be tissue ischemia, inadequate insulin administration, drugs (cocaine) and pregnancy.
Cerebral edema
Hypokalemia
Infection
Acidosis
Diabites & Inappropriate Antidiuretic Hormone