Decompression sickness followed by diabetic ketoacidosis and sepsis shock: an unusual case report

Decompression sickness (DCS) is caused by abrupt changes in extracorporeal pressure with varying severity. Symptoms range from mild musculoskeletal pain to severe organ dysfunction and death, especially among patients with chronic underlying disease. Here, we report an unusual case of a 49-year-old man who experienced DCS after a dive to a depth of 38 meters. The patient's symptoms progressed, starting with mild physical discomfort that progressed to disturbance of consciousness on the second morning. During hospitalization, we identified that in addition to DCS, he had also developed diabetic ketoacidosis, septic shock, and rhabdomyolysis. After carefully balancing the benefits and risks, we decided to provide supportive treatment to sustain vital signs, including ventilation support, sugar-reducing therapy, fluid replacement, and anti-infection medications. We then administered delayed hyperbaric oxygen (HBO2) when his condition was stable. Ultimately, the patient recovered without any sequelae. This is the first case report of a diver suffering from DCS followed by diabetic ketoacidosis and septic shock. We have learned that when DCS and other critical illnesses are highly suspected, it is essential to assess the condition comprehensively and focus on the principal contradiction.

Symptomatic hyponatremia during the diabetic ketoacidosis in 5 years old child with new onset diabetes - own experience

Hyponatremia is the one of the most common electrolyte abnormality in the clinical practice and is associated with increased morbidity and mortality. Decreased serum sodium levels are occasionally observed in patients with diabetes mellitus, especially in those, who pre-sent with the diabetic ketoacidosis. It can develop at the each stage of a treatment, as a complication of hyperglycemia and intensity of the therapy, but also the other underlying causes should be consider. In this report we present a patient with symptomatic hyponatremia in the new diagnosed patient with type 1 diabetes mellitus.