Endocrine Abstracts

Background: Hyperglycaemic emergencies (HEs) continues to be important causes of morbidity and mortality among persons with diabetes mellitus. Hyperglycaemic hyperosmolar state (HHS) and diabetic ketoacidosis (DKA) are the two most common acute metabolic complications seen in persons with diabetes mellitus.Objective: To describe the clinical presentation and outcome of patients with hyperglycaemic emergencies.Materials and methods:...

Background: Diabetes mellitus (DM) is a leading cause of morbidity and mortality globally. Its prevalence is increasing worldwide due to the transition phase. The present prevalence of DM is projected to double in the year 2035.Materials and methods: This is an ongoing prospective observational study. Subjects were persons who had been diagnosed of DM using the World Health Organization (WHO) criteria, and had been on treatment for at least six months. S...