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ea0035p467 | Diabetes therapy | ECE2014

Diabetic ketoacidosis simulator: a new learning tool for a life threatening condition

Huguet Isabel , Alfaro J Joaquin , Gonzalvo Cesar , Lamas Cristina , Hernandez Antonio , Botella Francisco

Introduction: Diabetic ketoacidosis (DKA) remains a life threatening complication in type 1 diabetes. Appropiate initial management is crucial in the evolution of this complex condition, and mistakes in the treatment are not uncommon.Medical simulation technology is a powerful tool for training physicians but papers dealing with DKA simulators are scarce.We introduce a new simulator designed in our institution aimed to junior docto...