A Case of Hyperosmolar Hyperglycemic State Caused by Ischemic Pancreatitis

Background: The hyperosmolar hyperglycemic state (HHS) is a dangerous complication that can arise with diabetes mellitus. Emergent treatment is necessary to reinstate hemodynamic stability, as mortality rates for HHS are exceptionally high and can have multiple complications. Case Report: A 42-ye...

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Main Authors: Erika Leung, Keith W. Murdock, Richard W. Lustig, Heath G. Wilt
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: International Medical Research and Development Corporation 2014-09-01
Series:International Journal of Biomedicine
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Online Access:http://ijbm.org/articles/Article4_3_CRep1.pdf