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Concise titleStructured abstractBackground/Objectives/Methods/Results/Conclusion≤250 words

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Results

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Title & Abstract

Structured abstract for SAMJ

Article Title

Clinical profile and outcomes of adult patients with diabetic ketoacidosis at a tertiary hospital in Gauteng Province: A retrospective cross-sectional study

Structured Abstract

Background. Diabetic ketoacidosis (DKA) remains a significant cause of morbidity and mortality in resource-limited settings. Limited contemporary data exist on DKA outcomes in South African public healthcare facilities.

Objectives. To determine the clinical profile, precipitating factors, and outcomes of adult patients admitted with DKA at a tertiary hospital in Gauteng Province.

Methods. A retrospective cross-sectional study reviewing medical records of patients aged ≥18 years admitted with DKA between January 2022 and December 2023.

Word count: 250 words (max)

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South African Medical Journal (SAMJ)

The flagship peer-reviewed general medical journal publishing leading research impacting clinical care in Southern Africa. Published monthly under the auspices of the South African Medical Association.

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R7,440

Publication Fee

4-6 wks

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