Diabetic Ketoacidotic Coma: Pathophysiology, Warning Signs, and Emergency Care
1. Introduction A diabetic ketoacidotic coma represents the most severe and life-threatening neurological manifestation of uncontrolled diabetes mellitus. This profound state of unconsciousness occurs when a severe deficit of insulin permits the unchecked breakdown of fats, flooding the bloodstream with acidic ketone bodies and creating a biologically toxic environment for the central nervous system. Coupled … Read more