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DKA vs HHS: Key Differences and Treatment by Raizy Rose Aquino is a document available to read on EtoBox.
Diabetic Ketoacidosis (DKA) and Hyperosmolar Hyperglycemic State (HHS) are acute complications of diabetes with distinct features; DKA is characterized by rapid onset, significant ketosis, and metabolic acidosis, primarily affecting Type 1 diabetes, while HHS has a gradual onset, minimal ketosis, and is more common in Type 2 diabetes, especially in the elderly. Management strategies differ, with DKA requiring early insulin therapy and fluid resuscitation, while HHS necessitates more aggressive fluid replace
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- Raizy Rose Aquino
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- EN