Publications by authors named "Katrin Wooley"
Delayed Management of Insulin-Dependent Diabetes Mellitus in Children.
J Pediatr Health Care
December 2022
Article Synopsis
- Diabetic ketoacidosis (DKA) is frequently seen in children with new-onset insulin-dependent diabetes mellitus (IDDM), and delayed diagnosis poses a major risk.
- Two pediatric endocrinologists reviewed patient records and found that 18% of kids with new-onset IDDM had a delayed diagnosis, with many misdiagnosed or improperly managed.
- A notable portion (46%) of those with delayed diagnoses ended up presenting with DKA, highlighting the need for better training among healthcare providers to improve early detection and management of IDDM.