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- Title
Cognitive Abilities in a Sample of Youth with Multiple Episodes of Diabetic Ketoacidosis.
- Authors
Lehmkuhl, Heather D.; Merlo, Lisa J.; Storch, Eric A.; Heidgerken, Amanda; Silverstein, Janet H.; Geffken, Gary R.
- Abstract
Noncompliance with medical regimens for type 1 diabetes (T1D) may lead to serious consequences. The most life-threatening is diabetic ketoacidosis (DKA). Little is known about how DKA affects cognitive abilities in youth with T1D. We examined the impact of multiple DKA episodes and gender differences on cognitive abilities. Sixty-four youth (aged 8–16) who experienced at least two DKA episodes participated. Participants had lower index and subtest scores relative to norms. Gender differences on index scores were found with boys scoring higher. Results suggest DKA episodes may impact cognitive abilities. Researchers should continue to examine the link between DKA and intellectual ability.
- Subjects
DEVELOPMENTAL disabilities; SOCIAL disabilities; INTELLECT; METABOLIC regulation; TEENAGERS; CHILDREN; DIABETES
- Publication
Journal of Developmental & Physical Disabilities, 2009, Vol 21, Issue 1, p1
- ISSN
1056-263X
- Publication type
Article
- DOI
10.1007/s10882-008-9121-9