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Diabetic hyperglycemic hyperosmolar coma

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Alternative Names

Nonketotic hyperglycemic hyperosmolar coma; NKHHC; HONK - hyperosmolar non-ketotic coma


Prevention

Good control of type 2 diabetes, coupled with recognition of early signs of dehydration and infection, can help prevent this condition.


Review Date: 08/08/2006
Reviewed By: Robert Hurd, MD, Department of Biology, College of Arts and Sciences, Xavier University, Cincinnati, OH. Review provided by VeriMed Healthcare Network

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