Prevalence and associated factors of diabetic ketoacidosis among patients with diabetes mellitus at the University of Gondar Comprehensive and Specialized Referral Hospital Northwest, Ethiopia
The prevalence of diabetic ketoacidosis among follow-up diabetes patients in this study was high, particularly among those aged 20-29 years, unemployed, or with infections. Increased vigilance, regular monitoring, timely infection management, and comprehensive diabetes education are essential for early detection and prevention of DKA. Social and financial support for unemployed diabetic patients can further enhance access to care and reduce DKA risk.
Authors
- Abebe Birhanu (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0009-0005-0363-3254)
- Netsanet Baye
- Eshet Gebrie
- Abebaw Worede (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0002-5132-7041)
- Sintayehu Ambachew
- Emiyamrew Getnet
- Sintayehu Admas
Institutions
- Wollo University (ET)
- University of Gondar (ET)
Publication Details
- Journal
- PLoS ONE
- Published
- 2025-02-10
- DOI
- https://doi.org/10.1371/journal.pone.0318775
- Citations
- 4
- Primary Topic
- Diabetes and associated disorders
- Type
- article
- Field-Weighted Citation Impact
- 7.27
Funders
- University of Gondar
- College of Medicine and Health Sciences, University of Gondar