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Pathophysiology of Diabetic Ketoacidosis (DKA) and Hyperglycemic Hyperosmolar Syndrome (HHS)
Absolute Insulin deficit:
 - Type I DM:
Pathophysiology ... Hyperosmolar Syndrome ... (HHS) Absolute ... #hhs #pathophysiology ... #comparison #endocrinology
Ketosis Disorders
Ketone bodies are a normal metabolic energy source. Excessive unregulated production of ketones, often accompanied
of re-feeding syndrome ... • Diabetic ketoacidosis ... • DKA/HHS Overlap ... differential #diagnosis #management ... #endocrinology
Diabetic Ketoacidosis (DKA) - Pathogenesis and Clinical Findings
 • Note: in DKA, body K+ is lost
Diabetic Ketoacidosis ... ensure patient has ... Signs/Symptoms/Complications ... #pathophysiology ... #endocrinology
Differentiation Syndrome in APML
Epidemiology:
 • Incidence: common in APL (2-48% depending on the study)
 • Triggers:
Differentiation Syndrome ... the study) • Triggers ... ATRA treatment Pathophysiology ... Diagnosis: >3 symptoms ... #management #hematology