Hyperglycemia and multiple organ failure in a male adolescent

Introduction

This unique critical case, illustrates severe hyperglycemic dehydration, profound electrolyte derangements, and multiple organ failure complicating mixed HHS and DKA.

Statement

Historically HHS was differentiated from DKA as a distinct entity, mostly encountered in adult type 2 diabetes. Occasionally diabetic children present in HHS, carry their own risks and require different treatment approaches. In practice, challenging pediatric diabetic patients concomitantly displaying mixed HHS and DKA features can be encountered, mandating higher risk awareness, complications prevention, and corresponding treatment addressing both states.