TY - CHAP M1 - Book, Section TI - Hyperglycemic Crisis and Hypoglycemia A1 - Carmody, David A1 - Philipson, Louis A2 - Hall, Jesse B. A2 - Schmidt, Gregory A. A2 - Kress, John P. Y1 - 2015 N1 - T2 - Principles of Critical Care, 4e AB - Hyperglycemia crisis and hypoglycemia are both life-threatening medical emergencies but are usually readily treatable if recognized early. Hyperglycemic crises comprise diabetic ketoacidosis (DKA) and hyperosmolar hyperglycemic state (HHS). While some elements of their clinical presentation and pathophysiology are distinct, the general principles of treatment are similar. They will be discussed together. Hypoglycemia is a problem commonly seen in patients with diabetes mellitus (DM) and requires prompt treatment. The common causes and treatment regimens will be outlined here. SN - PB - McGraw-Hill Education CY - New York, NY Y2 - 2024/03/29 UR - accessmedicine.mhmedical.com/content.aspx?aid=1107711382 ER -