Background: Diabetic ketoacidosis (DKA) is the most common acute hyperglycemic complication of diabetes.
According to a recent report DKA affects approximately 8 per 1000 diabetics annually. It is associated with significant
morbidity and mortality, with a worldwide mortality rate of 2-10%.
Objective: The aim of the work was to assessment of QTc interval prolongation among patients with DKA.
Patients and Methods: This prospective observational cohort study included 100 patients who were diagnosed with
DKA. The mean age of patients was 37.29±11.63 years, and 53% of them were males. All patients were subjected to
detailed history taking, full clinical examination, laboratory investigations and 12-lead ECG.
Results: Frequency of Prolonged QTmaxc amongst studied patients was 59%. Mean QTmaxc declined significantly
after treatment to be 414.6±44.1ms compared to 482.45±63.56ms before treatment with p