Altered pulmonary capillary permeability complicating recovery from diabetic ketoacidosis

Chest. 1975 Aug;68(2):253-6. doi: 10.1378/chest.68.2.253.

Abstract

Self-limited noncardiogenic interstitial pulmonary edema probably reflecting altered permeability of the pulmonary capillary membrane is reported in a patient being treated for severe diabetic ketoacidosis. The possible etiology, associated findings, and therapy with continuous positive airway pressure (CPAP) by facemask are discussed.

MeSH terms

  • Adult
  • Capillary Permeability*
  • Diabetic Ketoacidosis / complications*
  • Diabetic Ketoacidosis / drug therapy
  • Female
  • Humans
  • Insulin / therapeutic use
  • Positive-Pressure Respiration
  • Pulmonary Edema / diagnostic imaging
  • Pulmonary Edema / etiology*
  • Pulmonary Edema / therapy
  • Radiography

Substances

  • Insulin