Choice of intravenous fluid for resuscitation in diabetic ketoacidosis

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Massachusetts Medical Society

Abstract

This interactive feature addresses the approach to a clinical issue. A case vignette is followed by specific options, neither of which can be considered either correct or incorrect. In short essays, experts in the field then argue for each of the options as assigned. Readers can participate in forming community opinion by choosing one of the options.

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Intravenous fluid, Resuscitation, Diabetic ketoacidosis, Isotonic saline, Fluid resuscitation, Balanced crystalloid fluids

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SDG-03: Good health and well-being

Citation

Li, S., Mikhael, B. & Van Zyl, D.G. 2025, 'Choice of intravenous fluid for resuscitation in diabetic ketoacidosis', New England Journal of Medicine, vol. 392, no. 9, pp. 923-926, doi : 10.1056/NEJMclde2402746.