Cause of death in diabetic ketoacidosis in children
Ans. is 'a' i.e., Cerebral edema 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. Infection is a precipitator for development of DKA. Other precipitating factor can be tissue ischemia, inadequate insulin administration, drugs (cocaine) and pregnancy.
Cerebral edema
Hypokalemia
Infection
Acidosis