Sodium-glucose cotransporter-2 inhibitor-associated euglycemic diabetic ketoacidosis in COVID-19-infected patients: A systematic review of case reports

BACKGROUND Diabetic ketoacidosis(DKA)manifests as hyperglycemia,metabolic acidosis,and ketosis.However,euglycemic DKA(eu-DKA)conceals severe DKA with glucose levels below 200 mg/dL.Sodium-glucose cotransporter-2(SGLT2)inhibitors can induce eu-DKA in diabetic patients.Notably,coronavirus disease 2019(COVID-19)-infected individuals with diabetes using SGLT2 inhibitors face an augmented risk of eu-DKA due to the direct toxic impact of the virus on pancreatic islets.This study aims to comprehensively investigate the association between SGLT2 inhibitors and eu-DKA in COVID-19 patients through meticulous case report analysis.Additionally,we endeavor to examine the outcomes and treatment approaches for COVID-19-infected diabetics receiving SGLT2 inhibitors,providing indispensable insights for healthcare professionals managing this specific patient population.AIM To investigate the connection between SGLT2 inhibitors and euglycemic DKA in COVID-19 patients through a meticulous analysis of case reports.METHODS We conducted an exhaustive search across prominent electronic databases,including PubMed,SCOPUS,Web of Science,and Google Scholar.This search encompassed the period from December 2019 to May 2022,incorporating published studies and pre-prints.The search terms employed encompassed“SGLT2 inhibitors”,“euglycemic DKA”,“COVID-19”,and related variations.By incorporating these diverse sources,our objective was to ensure a thorough exploration of the existing literature on this subject,thereby augmenting the validity and robustness of our findings.RESULTS Our search yielded a total of seven case reports and one case series,collectively comprising a cohort of twelve patients.These reports detailed instances of eu-DKA in individuals with COVID-19.Crucially,all twelve patients were utilizing SGLT2 as their primary anti-diabetic medication.Upon admission,all oral medications were promptly discontinued,and the patients were initiated on intravenous insulin therapy to effectively manage the DKA.Encouragingly,eleven patients demonstrated a favorable outcome,while regrettably,one patient succumbed to the condition.Subsequently,SGLT2 were discontinued for all patients upon their discharge from the hospital.These findings provide valuable insights into the clinical management and outcomes of eu-DKA cases associated with COVID-19 and SGLT2,underscoring the critical importance of prompt intervention and vigilant medication adjustments.CONCLUSION Our study sheds light on the possibility of diabetic patients developing both drug-related and unrelated DKA,as well as encountering adverse outcomes in the context of COVID-19,despite maintaining satisfactory glycemic control.The relationship between glycemic control and clinical outcomes in COVID-19 remains ambiguous.Consequently,this systematic review proposes that COVID-19-infected diabetic patients using SGLT2 should contemplate alternative treatment protocols until their recovery from the disease.

Sodium-glucose Cotransporter-2 Inhibitors induced euglycemic diabetic ketoacidosis:A meta summary of case reports

BACKGROUND Sodium-glucose cotransporter-2 inhibitors(SGLT2i)are commonly prescribed to manage patients with diabetes mellitus.These agents may rarely lead to the development of euglycemic diabetic ketoacidosis(EDKA),which may complicate the disease course of these patients.AIM To analyze the demographic profile,predisposing factors,symptomology,clinical interventions and outcomes of patients presenting with EDKA secondary to SGLT2i use by reviewing the published case reports and series.METHODS We performed a systematic search of PubMed,Science Direct,Google Scholar and Reference Citation Analysis databases using the terms“canagliflozin”OR“empagliflozin”OR“dapagliflozin”OR“SGLT2 inhibitors”OR“Sodium-glucose cotransporter-2”AND“euglycemia”OR“euglycemic diabetic ketoacidosis”OR“metabolic acidosis”.The inclusion criteria were:(1)Case reports or case series with individual patient details;and(2)Reported EDKA secondary to SGLT2i.Furthermore,the data were filtered from the literature published in the English language and on adults(>18 years).We excluded:(1)Conference abstracts;and(2)Case reports or series which did not have individual biochemical data.All the case reports and case series were evaluated.The data extracted included patient demographics,clinical symptomatology,clinical interventions,intensive care unit course,need for organ support and outcomes.RESULTS Overall,108 case reports and 17 cases series with 169 unique patients that met all the inclusion criteria were included.The majority of patients were females(54.4%,n=92),and the commonly reported symptoms were gastrointestinal(nausea/vomiting 65.1%,abdominal pain 37.3%)and respiratory(breathlessness 30.8%).One hundred and forty-nine(88.2%)patients had underlying type II diabetes,and the most commonly involved SGLT-2 inhibitor reported was empagliflozin(46.8%).A triggering factor was reported in most patients(78.7%),the commonest being acute severe infection(37.9%),which included patients with sepsis,coronavirus disease 2019,other viral illnesses,and acute pancreatitis.61.5%were reported to require intensive unit care,but only a minority of patients required organ support in the form of invasive mechanical ventilation(13%),vasopressors(6.5%)or renal replacement therapy(5.9%).The overall mortality rate was only 2.4%.CONCLUSION Patients on SGLT2i may rarely develop EDKA,especially in the presence of certain predisposing factors,including severe acute infections and following major surgery.The signs and symptoms of EDKA may be similar to that of DKA but with normal blood sugar levels,which may make the diagnosis challenging.Outcomes of EDKA are good if recognized early and corrective actions are taken.Hence,physicians managing such patients must be aware of this potential complication and must educate their patients accordingly to ensure early diagnosis and management.

Clinical and biochemical predictors of intensive care unit admission among patients with diabetic ketoacidosis

BACKGROUND Diabetic ketoacidosis(DKA)contributes to 94%of diabetes-related hospital admissions,and its incidence is rising.Due to the complexity of its management and the need for rigorous monitoring,many DKA patients are managed in the intensive care unit(ICU).However,studies comparing DKA patients managed in ICU to non-ICU settings show an increase in healthcare costs without significantly affecting patient outcomes.It is,therefore,essential to identify suitable candidates for ICU care in DKA patients.AIM To evaluate factors that predict the requirement for ICU care in DKA patients.METHODS This retrospective study included consecutive patients with index DKA episodes who presented to the emergency department of four general hospitals of Hamad Medical Corporation,Doha,Qatar,between January 2015 and March 2021.All adult patients(>14 years)fulfilling the American Diabetes Association criteria for DKA diagnosis were included.RESULTS We included 922 patients with DKA in the final analysis,of which 229(25%)were managed in the ICU.Compared to non-ICU patients,patients admitted to ICU were older[mean(SD)age of 40.4±13.7 years vs 34.5±14.6 years;P<0.001],had a higher body mass index[median(IQR)of 24.6(21.5-28.4)kg/m2 vs 23.7(20.3-27.9)kg/m2;P<0.030],had T2DM(61.6%)and were predominantly males(69%vs 31%;P<0.020).ICU patients had a higher white blood cell count[median(IQR)of 15.1(10.2-21.2)×103/uL vs 11.2(7.9-15.7)×103/uL,P<0.001],urea[median(IQR)of 6.5(4.6-10.3)mmol/L vs 5.6(4.0-8.0)mmol/L;P<0.001],creatinine[median(IQR)of 99(75-144)mmol/L vs 82(63-144)mmol/L;P<0.001],C-reactive protein[median(IQR)of 27(9-83)mg/L vs 14(5-33)mg/L;P<0.001]and anion gap[median(IQR)of 24.0(19.2-29.0)mEq/L vs 22(17-27)mEq/L;P<0.001];while a lower venous pH[mean(SD)of 7.10±0.15 vs 7.20±0.13;P<0.001]and bicarbonate level[mean(SD)of 9.2±4.1 mmol/L vs 11.6±4.3 mmol/L;P<0.001]at admission than those not requiring ICU management of DKA(P<0.001).Patients in the ICU group had a longer LOS[median(IQR)of 4.2(2.7-7.1)d vs 2.0(1.0-3.9)d;P<0.001]and DKA duration[median(IQR)of 24(13-37)h vs 15(19-24)h,P<0.001]than those not requiring ICU admission.In the multivariate logistic regression analysis model,age,Asian ethnicity,concurrent coronavirus disease 2019(COVID-19)infection,DKA severity,DKA trigger,and NSTEMI were the main predicting factors for ICU admission.CONCLUSION In the largest tertiary center in Qatar,25%of all DKA patients required ICU admission.Older age,T2DM,newly onset DM,an infectious trigger of DKA,moderate-severe DKA,concurrent NSTEMI,and COVID-19 infection are some factors that predict ICU requirement in a DKA patient.

Adult Patient with Diabetic Ketoacidosis and Rhabdomyolysis

Rhabdomyolysis, acute kidney injury and diabetic ketoacidosis all are life-threatening conditions. Coincidence of them can be missed because the patient is usually asymptomatic or has mild symptoms related to rhabdomyolysis. The development of rhabdomyolysis as a complication of diabetic ketoacidosis is not well understood and only a few clinical studies address the phenomenon. We are reporting, along with a literature review, a 39-year-old male, who presented with diabetic ketoacidosis complicated with rhabdomyolysis and acute kidney injury. To the best of our knowledge, this is the first case reported in the United Arab Emirates. We highlight the syndrome because it is curable with early detection and proper treatment.

Diagnosis and Treatment of Diabetic Ketoacidosis Mellitus with Guillain-Barré Syndrome: A Case Report

This article reports the diagnosis and treatment of a case of Diabetic ketoacidosis with Guillain-Barré syndrome. Diabetic ketoacidosis (DKA) is the most common acute diabetes mellitus, often diabetes and infection, insulin withdrawal or interruption of the history of triggers, with hyperglycemia, ketoacidosis, and acid poisoning as the main symptoms, rapid onset of ill-ness, and serious illness. Guillain-Barré syndrome (GBS) is an autoimmune-mediated peripheral neuropathy with frequent respiratory or gastrointestinal tract infections and low clinical incidence before 1 - 3 weeks. This case was characterized by a headache with vomiting acute onset, a relatively clear diagnosis of diabetic ketoacidosis, a symmetrical decrease in muscle strength in the extremities, and recovery of consciousness after aggressive correction of environmental disturbance in electrolytes, but very poor muscle strength in the extremities, protein-cell segregation in cerebrospinal fluid (CSF). Considering Guillain-Barré syndrome, the patient’s muscle strength gradually recovered after treatment with proglobulin shock. At present, the pathogenesis of the two is not clear, but because of its rapid progress, clinicians should raise awareness of diabetic ketoacidosis combined with Guillain-Barré syndrome, early diagnosis, and active treatment. Inform consent has been obtained from the patient for this report.

Euglycemic diabetic ketoacidosis:A missed diagnosis

Euglycemic diabetic ketoacidosis(DKA)is an acute life-threatening metabolic emergency characterized by ketoacidosis and relatively lower blood glucose(less than 11 mmol/L).The absence of hyperglycemia is a conundrum for physicians in the emergency department and intensive care units;it may delay diagnosis and treatment causing worse outcomes.Euglycemic DKA is an uncommon diagnosis but can occur in patients with type 1 or type 2 diabetes mellitus.With the addition of sodium/glucose cotransporter-2 inhibitors in diabetes mellitus management,euglycemic DKA incidence has increased.The other causes of euglycemic DKA include pregnancy,fasting,bariatric surgery,gastroparesis,insulin pump failure,cocaine intoxication,chronic liver disease and glycogen storage disease.The pathophysiology of euglycemic DKA involves a relative or absolute carbohydrate deficit,milder degree of insulin deficiency or resistance and increased glucagon/insulin ratio.Euglycemic DKA is a diagnosis of exclusion and should be considered in the differential diagnosis of a sick patient with a history of diabetes mellitus despite lower blood glucose or absent urine ketones.The diagnostic workup includes arterial blood gas for metabolic acidosis,serum ketones and exclusion of other causes of high anion gap metabolic acidosis.Euglycemic DKA treatment is on the same principles as for DKA with correction of dehydration,electrolytes deficit and insulin replacement.The dextrosecontaining fluids should accompany intravenous insulin to correct metabolic acidosis,ketonemia and to avoid hypoglycemia.

Bilateral cerebral infarction in diabetic ketoacidosis and bilateral internal carotid artery occlusion:A case report and review of literature

BACKGROUND Diabetic ketoacidosis(DKA)is a serious complication of type 1 diabetes mellitus(T1DM).Very rarely does DKA lead to cerebral edema,and it is even rarer for it to result in cerebral infarction.Bilateral internal carotid artery occlusion(BICAO)is also rare and can cause fatal stroke.Moreover,case reports about acute cerebral infarction throughout both internal carotid arteries with simultaneous BICAO are very scarce.In this study,we present a patient with BICAO,T1DM,hypertension,and hyperlipidemia,who had a catastrophic bilateral cerebral infarction after a DKA episode.We briefly introduce BICAO and the mechanisms by which DKA results in cerebral infarction.CASE SUMMARY A 41-year-old woman presented with ischemic stroke that took place 3 mo prior over the left corona radiata,bilateral frontal lobe,and parietal lobe with right hemiplegia and Broca’s aphasia.She had a history of hypertension for 5 years,hyperlipidemia for 4 years,hyperthyroidism for 3 years,and T1DM for 31 years.The first brain magnetic resonance imaging not only revealed the aforementioned ischemic lesions but also bilateral internal carotid artery occlusion.She was admitted to our ward for rehabilitation due to prior stroke sequalae.DKA took place on hospital day 2.On hospital day 6,she had a new massive infarction over the bilateral anterior cerebral artery and middle cerebral artery territory.After weeks of aggressive treatment,she remained in a coma and on mechanical ventilation due to respiratory failure.After discussion with her family,compassionate extubation was performed on hospital day 29 and she died.CONCLUSION DKA can lead to cerebral infarction due to several mechanisms.In people with existing BICAO and several stroke risk factors such as hypertension, T1DM,hyperlipidemia, DKA has the potential to cause more serious ischemic strokes.

Overlap of diabetic ketoacidosis and hyperosmolar hyperglycemic state

Diabetic ketoacidosis(DKA)and hyperosmolar hyperglycemia state(HHS)are two life-threatening metabolic complications of diabetes that significantly increase mortality and morbidity.Despite major advances,reaching a uniform consensus regarding the diagnostic criteria and treatment of both conditions has been challenging.A significant overlap between these two extremes of the hyperglycemic crisis spectrum poses an additional hurdle.It has well been noted that a complete biochemical and clinical patient evaluation with timely diagnosis and treatment is vital for symptom resolution.Worldwide,there is a lack of large-scale studies that help define how hyperglycemic crises should be managed.This article will provide a comprehensive review of the pathophysiology,diagnosis,and management of DKA-HHS overlap.

Sodium-glucose co-transporter-2 inhibitor-associated euglycemic diabetic ketoacidosis that prompted the diagnosis of fulminant type-1 diabetes:A case report

Fulminant type 1 diabetes mellitus(FT1DM)is a subtype of type 1 diabetes mellitus characterized by an abrupt onset and a rapid and complete functional loss of isletβcells.It is a very rare disease generally associated with ketoacidosis and the absence of circulating pancreatic islet-related autoantibodies.Diabetic ketoacidosis with normal blood glucose levels has been reported during sodiumglucose co-transporter 2(SGLT2)inhibitor therapy.CASE SUMMARY The patient was a 43-year-old woman that consulted a medical practitioner for malaise,thirst,and vomiting.Blood analysis showed high blood glucose levels(428 mg/dL),a mild increase of hemoglobin A1c(6.6%),and increased ketone bodies in urine.The patient was diagnosed with type 2 diabetes mellitus.The patient was initially treated with insulin,which was subsequently changed to an oral SGLT2 inhibitor.Antibodies to glutamic acid decarboxylase were negative.Four days after receiving oral SGLT2 inhibitor,she consulted at Mie University Hospital,complaining of fatigue and vomiting.Laboratory analysis revealed diabetic ketoacidosis with almost normal blood glucose levels.The endogenous insulin secretion was markedly low,and the serum levels of islet-related autoantibodies were undetectable.We made the diagnosis of FT1DM with concurrent SGLT2 inhibitor-associated euglycemic diabetic ketoacidosis.The patient's general condition improved after therapy with intravenous insulin and withdrawal of oral medication.She was discharged on day 14 with an indication of multiple daily insulin therapy.CONCLUSION This patient is a rare case of FT1DM that developed SGLT2 inhibitor-associated diabetic ketoacidosis with almost normal blood glucose levels.This case report underscores the importance of considering the diagnosis of FT1DM in patients with negative circulating autoantibodies and a history of hyperglycemia that subsequently develop euglycemic diabetic ketoacidosis following treatment with a SGLT2 inhibitor.

Sodium-glucose co-transporter 2 inhibitors induced euglycemic diabetic ketoacidosis within four days of initiation

Euglycemic diabetic ketoacidosis(EDKA)is a well-known complication of sodium-glucose co-transporter 2 inhibitors,and many cases with variable onset following the initiation of these agents are reported before,with a median onset of approximately 2 wk.This letter discusses a 45-year-old lady who initially presented with ischemic stroke but developed EDKA 4 d after starting empagliflozin,a rare occurrence.The patient had severe metabolic acidosis that necessitated admission into the intensive care unit.Prompt discontinuation of empagliflozin and DKA management resulted in clinical recovery.

Acute esophageal necrosis as a complication of diabetic ketoacidosis:A case report

BACKGROUND Acute esophageal necrosis(AEN)is a rare condition that has been associated with low volume states,microvascular disease,gastrointestinal(GI)mucosal damage,and impaired GI motility.It has been linked in case reports with diabetic ketoacidosis(DKA)and is commonly associated with GI bleeding(GIB).CASE SUMMARY We report a case of endoscopy confirmed AEN as a complication of DKA in a 63-year-old Caucasian male without any overt GIB and a chief complaint of epigastric pain.Interestingly,there was no apparent trigger for DKA other than a newly started ketogenic diet two days prior to symptom onset.A possible potentiating factor for AEN beyond DKA is the recent start of a Glucagon-like peptide-1 receptor agonist(GLP-1 RA),though they have not been previously connected to DKA or AEN.The patient was subsequently treated with high dose proton pump inhibitors,GLP-1 RA was discontinued,and an insulin regimen was instituted.The patient’s symptoms improved over the course of several weeks following discharge and repeat endoscopy showed well healing esophageal mucosa.CONCLUSION This report highlights AEN in the absence of overt GIB,emphasizing the importance of early consideration of EGD.

A Patient with Atezolizumab-Induced Autoimmune Diabetes Mellitus Presenting with Diabetic Ketoacidosis

Background:Atezolizumab,an immune checkpoint inhibitor,is a humanized monoclonal,anti-programmed death ligand 1(PD-L1)antibody used for the treatment of metastatic urothelial carcinoma that has progressed after chemo-therapy.Case Presentation:We describe a patient with a known history of urothelial carcinoma who presented with dia-betic ketoacidosis 6 weeks following his second cycle of atezolizumab.His serum lactate level was slightly elevated(2 mM)and hisβ-hydroxybutyrate level was elevated(3.9 mM).High anion gap metabolic acidosis secondary to dia-betic ketoacidosis was diagnosed.Subsequent testing demonstrated hemoglobin A 1c level of 9.9%,positivity for anti-glutamic acid decarboxylase antibody(0.03 nM,reference range<0.02 nM),and suppressed C-peptide level(0.1μg/L,reference range 0.9-7.1μg/L)in the absence of detectable anti-islet antigen 2(IA-2)or anti-insulin antibodies.His initial management included cessation of atezolizumab treatment,intravenous sodium chloride administration,and insulin pump infusion,after which metabolic acidosis gradually resolved.The insulin pump was subsequently switched to Protaphane at 18 units before breakfast and 8 units before dinner,together with metformin at 1000 mg twice daily.Four weeks later his medication was changed to human isophane insulin plus neutral insulin(70%/30%;Mixtard 30 HM;26 units/4 units).Linagliptin at 5 mg was added 1 month later.His hemoglobin A 1c level declined to 8.1%1 year later.Conclusions:PD-L1 inhibitors can induce type 1 diabetes,and patients can present with diabetic ketoacidosis.Blood glucose levels should be regularly monitored in patients who are prescribed these medications.

糖尿病酮症酸中毒(Diabetic ketoacidosis. DKA)的治疗

治疗原则矫正脱水。消除酮症。降低高血糖。纠正电解质紊乱。消除诱因,防治合并症。治疗方案1.液体治疗是先行治疗。DKA常有严重的脱水,其结果导致组织灌注不良,使胰岛素不能发挥应有的生物效应。

Multiple hepatic infarctions secondary to diabetic ketoacidosis:A case report

BACKGROUND Hepatic infarctions(HI)are ischemic events of the liver in which a disruption in the blood flow to the hepatocytes leads to focal ischemia and necrosis.Most HI are due to occlusive events in the liver’s blood vessels,but non-occlusive HI may occur.They are associated with disruption of microvasculature,such as in diabetic ketoacidosis.While HI usually presents as peripheral lesions with clear borders,irregular nodular lesions may occur,indistinguishable from liver neoplasms and presenting a diagnostic challenge.CASE SUMMARY We report a case of multiple extensive HI in a patient with poorly controlled diabetes mellitus,who first presented to the emergency room with diabetic ketoacidosis.He then developed jaundice,thrombocytopenia,and a marked elevation of serum aminotransferases.An ultrasound of the liver showed the presence of multiple irregular lesions.Further investigation with a computerized tomography scan confirmed the presence of multiple hypoattenuating nodules with irregular borders and heterogeneous appearance.These lesions were considered highly suggestive of a primary neoplasm of the liver.While the patient was clinically stable,his bilirubin levels remained persistently elevated,and he underwent an ultrasound-guided percutaneous biopsy of the largest lesion.Biopsy results revealed extensive ischemic necrosis of hepatocytes,with no signs of associated malignancy.Three months after the symptoms,the patient showed great improvement in all clinical and laboratory parameters and extensive regression of the lesions on imaging exams.CONCLUSION This case highlights that diabetic ketoacidosis can cause non-occlusive HI,possibly presenting as nodular lesions indistinguishable from neoplasms.

Over hydration in diabetic ketoacidosis may increase the risk of cerebral edema in children

Objectives Over-hydration in diabetic ketoacidosis(DKA) may increase the risk of cerebral edema in children.Methods We have organized a prospective descriptive cohort study of 38pediatric patients aged 1month to 14years,who were diagnosed with DKA with 41episodes of diabetic ketoacidosis,presented to the pediatric emergency department at the First Affiliated Hospital of Xinjiang Medical University from January 2010to February 2012.This study was approved by the Ethics Committee of The First Affiliated Hospital of Xinjiang Medical University.Results The magnitude presentation of the percentile 25%-70% was in the ratio of 5.6%(3.4%-8.2%)(6.1±4).So there was no clinical and biochemical assessment variation needed.These both of the variations,all of the diabetic ketoacidosis patient approached.Further all the patient variations were not correlated with the amplitude of variation and magnitude presentation and did not affect the fluid concentration and the quantity of the fluid was 47.8mL / kg(36.556.3) in the first 12hours.Conclusion For the conclusion of the exact parameters and the magnitude variations of the fluid in the patients of diabetic ketoacidosis,all of the conformations need study on the larger scale.

Euglycemic diabetic ketoacidosis:A rare but serious side effect of sodium-glucose co-transporter 2 inhibitors

Sodium-glucose co-transporter 2(SGLT2)inhibitors are an insulin-independent class of oral antihyperglycemic medication and from recently established therapy in chronic heart failure patients.A rare,but potentially life-threatening complication of SGLT2 inhibitor use is euglycemic diabetic ketoacidosis.We described a case of a middle-aged male patient with type 2 diabetes who developed metabolic ketoacidosis after a few days of empagliflozin administration.SGLT2 inhibitor related ketoacidosis presents with euglycemia or only modestly elevated glucose blood concentrations,which causes delayed detection and treatment of ketoacidosis.There are multiple possible risk factors and mechanism that might contribute to the pathogenesis of ketoacidosis.It is implied that SGLT2 inhibitor use and prescription by non-diabetologists(cardiologists,nephrologists,family physicians,etc.)will continue to grow in the future.It is important to inform the general cardiac public about this rare but serious side effect of SGLT2 inhibitors.

Evaluation of Insulin Infusion Rates for the Treatment of Diabetic Ketoacidosis in the Emergency Department

Introduction: There is minimal literature to support the appropriate dosing for the initiation of IV regular insulin therapy in DKA patients. A 0.1 unit/kg bolus followed by 0.1 units/kg/hour or 0.14 units/kg/hour is commonly utilized and recommended in guidelines. Objective: We sought to assess clinical and safety outcomes associated with various insulin infusion starting doses in patients diagnosed with DKA in the emergency department in an effort to help guide prescribing. Methods: A retrospective cohort study was conducted within an academic emergency department and included patients who received continuous infusion regular insulin with an ICD-10 code for DKA between January 2016 and January 2019. A predictive regression model was applied to test if predefined lab values influenced the starting insulin infusion rates. Clinical and safety outcomes were evaluated by starting insulin infusion rate. Data was analyzed based on starting insulin infusion rates. Results: 347 patients met inclusion criteria with 92 (26.5%) patients receiving Conclusion: Glucose levels significantly influenced the insulin starting infusion rate, with no identified differences in adverse effects or clinical outcomes.

Rational use of antibiotics in children with diabetic ketoacidosis needs attention

Diabetic ketoacidosis(DKA)in children may lead to acute kidney injury(AKI).Among 45 children with DKA in our center,eight cases had AKI on admission,and in one child,his kidney function did not recover until 3 mo after discharge.This child was treated with antibiotics(cephalosporin),and we cannot rule out delayed AKI recovery due to the combined effects of the drug and the disease.Pediatricians should be concerned about the impact of nephrotoxic drug and disease interactions on children's kidney function,and need to follow up children with DKA and AKI to determine the development of AKI.

Transient polycythemia during diabetic ketoacidosis triggered by dengue fever in a middle-aged woman

Either dengue fever or diabetic ketoacidosis can cause the high hemoglobin concentration due to intravascular volume loss.When both entities were found together as in our case,the hemoglobin concentration could access the strikingly high level until either of them could not contribute it.She was a Thai woman with 46 years of age presenting with fever,fatigue and severe sore throat for a few days.The physical examination showed she had mild dyspnea and oral thrush,the temperature was 36.4 degree Celsius,and her pulse rate was 102/min.Her blood tests showed:Hb 18.3 g%,WBC 9,850/mm^(3),atypical lymphocyte 10%,platelet 16,000/mm^(3),MCV 89.2 fl,Dengue NS1 antigen-positive,dengue IgG-positive,IgM-weakly positive,KOH preparation of curd from buccal mucosa-positive for budding yeasts and pseudo-hyphae,blood sugar 442 mg%,triglyceride 578 mg%,Na 122.8 mEq/L,K 6.28 mEq/L,Cl 90.6 mEq/L,CO_(2)9.2 mEq/L,blood ketone 53.6 mmol/L,lactate 4.5 mmol/L,pH 7.257,pCO_(2)27.4 mmHg,HCO_(3)11.9 mmo/L,BUN 22.9 mg%,creatinine 0.64 mg%,AST 375 U/L,ALT 224 U/L,alkaline phosphatase 151 U/L.She was diagnosed as having diabetes with diabetic ketoacidosis,dengue fever and polycythemia.She was immediately treated with intravenous fluid therapy to correct the metabolic acidosis,electrolyte imbalance and dehydration,insulin for hyperglycemia,clotrimazole for oral thrush and platelet transfusion.Her high hemoglobin level was dramatically lowered until became normal within one day of therapy whereas she also recovered from DKA although the platelet was progressively lowered every day.It suggested that transient polycythemia was solely contributed by DKA that was triggered by dengue fever hence DKA from dengue fever should be added in the list of unusual causes of transient polycythemia.

Diabetes Ketoacidosis in Pregnancy: A Retrospective Study from the Teaching Hospital of Pikine

Introduction: Diabetic ketoacidosis (DKA) in pregnancy is rare but associated with maternal and foetal morbidity and mortality. The objectives of this study were to evaluate the epidemiological, diagnostic, and prognostic characteristics of DKA in pregnant women in Dakar hospitals and to study the predictive factors of its occurrence. Methods: This retrospective study was conducted from January 2013 to January 2021 in the Internal Medicine/ Endocrinology-Diabetology-Nutrition and Gynaecology-Obstetrics departments of the National University Hospital Centre in Pikine, Senegal. Medical files of all pregnant women hospitalised for DKA during this period were collected. Results: A total of 10 patients were included in the study. Average age was 30.9 years. Two patients with unplanned pregnancies had pre-gestational diabetes mellitus (pre-GDM) and did not have regular diabetic follow-up. Among the 8 patients with GDM, risk factors for GDM were found in 7 women, and three had a history of GDM. Blood glucose levels were >1.02 and >11 g/L for these two groups, respectively. None of the women had been systematically screened for GDM between 24 and 28 gestational weeks. Signs of ketosis were present: 6 patients had Kussmaul dyspnea and one patient had a Glasgow Coma Score of 10/15. The precipitating factor was infection in three patients. Two patients had pre-eclampsia. The evolution of DKA was favourable in all patients. For pregnancy outcomes: 4 cases of intrauterine foetal death were recorded, 2 women carried their pregnancy to term, a woman gives birth prematurely and 3 patients were lost to follow-up. Conclusion: DKA during pregnancy is rare in Dakar hospitals but health risk increases with the lack of screening for GDM in pregnant women, follow-up in a specialised environment, and pregnancy planning in diabetic patients. The obstetrical prognosis is poor for GDM patients, with a high rate of foetal death in utero.