[Diabetic coma as a task for intensive therapy].

Abstract

On the basis of 763 cases with diabetic coma from 1960 to 1973 is referred to the advantages of the foundation of a coma ward as department of intensive observation. It is reported on some successful changes of therapy in recent years. The introduction of methods of intensive therapy has led to a significant decrease of lethality. A sufficient administration of potassium (not less than 200 mval/die) and the prevention of a cerebral oedema are actual demands for the improvement of the prognosis of diabetic coma.

• Authors: P Singer, A Rahn, V Schliack
• Journal: Zeitschrift fur die gesamte innere Medizin und ihre Grenzgebiete (Z Gesamte Inn Med) Vol. 30 Issue 17 Pg. 161-2 concl (Sep 01 1975) ISSN: 0044-2542 [Print] Germany
• Vernacular Title: Das diabetische Koma als intensivtherapeutische Aufgabe
• PMID: 1224722 (Publication Type: English Abstract, Journal Article)

Chemical References

• Potassium

Topics

• Berlin
• Brain Edema (prevention & control)
• Critical Care
• Diabetic Coma (therapy)
• Humans
• Intensive Care Units
• Potassium (therapeutic use)