A case report: First presentation of diabetes mellitus type 1 with severe hyperosmolar hyperglycemic state in a 35-month-old girl.

Published in: Clinical case reports (2021)

Hyperglycemic hyperosmolar syndrome (HHS) is a rare complication of diabetes mellitus among pediatric patients. Since its treatment differs from diabetic ketoacidosis (DKA), hence, pediatricians should be aware of its diagnosis and management.

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