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How does the Rx of DKA cause brain edema and how to treat it?

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Accumulation of glucose in plasma, leads to acidosis in CSF and agressive hydration and rapid correction of acidosis will cause edema in brain. Treated with mannitol, decreased fluid intake and steroids (dexamathasone)


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