Hyperosmolar Hyperglycemic State

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Hyperosmolar Hyperglycemic State

HHS (formerly HONK): severe hyperglycemia (>600 mg/dL), hyperosmolarity (>320 mOsm/kg), minimal ketosis, profound dehydration. Predominantly T2DM elderly. Higher mortality than DKA.

HHS HONK hyperosmolar hyperglycemic state hyperosmolar nonketotic coma
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