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Diabetic hyperglycemic hyperosmolar coma |
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| Alternative Names: | Nonketotic hyperglycemic coma; NKHHC; HONK - hyperosmolar non-ketotic coma
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| Prevention: | Good control of type 2 diabetes, coupled with recognition of early signs of dehydration and infection, can help prevent this condition.
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Review Date: 7/26/2002
Reviewed By: Todd T. Brown, M.D., Division of Endocrinology and Metabolism, Johns Hopkins Hospital, Baltimore, MD. Review provided by VeriMed Healthcare Network.
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