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Neonatal Diabetic Ketoacidosis In A Nigerian Infant: A Case Report


IJ Akinola
OA Odusote
AO Oduwole

Abstract

Neonatal diabetic ketoacidosis is a rare condition that may occur in the first few weeks of life as a complication of neonatal diabetes mellitus. The prominent clinical features are hyperglycaemia and dehydration. It could also mimick an infection. The danger of inappropriate diagnosis is increased morbidity and mortality. To prevent this, we advocate routine testing of blood glucose levels in neonates and infants who present at the emergency rooms. We report a case of neonatal diabetic ketoacidosis in a female who presented at our facility.

Keywords: Neonate Diabetes mellitus Ketoacidosis Dehydration


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