The incidence of cerebral edema in pediatric patients with diabetic ketoacidosis: a retrospective study

The incidence of cerebral edema was 6.67%. Elevated blood glucose levels at admission were significantly associated with cerebral edema (P = 0.01), suggesting a potential role in its pathophysiology. Additionally, a strong correlation was observed between cerebral edema and ICU admission (P < 0.001), indicating a more severe disease course. The results suggest that early glucose control and neurological monitoring are critical for preventing adverse outcomes such as cerebral edema in pediatric DKA patients.