Vol. 2, Issue 8, Part D (2016)

Aims & Objective: To study clinical presentation of acute gastroenteritis with pattern of dyselectrolytemia and arterial blood gas analysis and response to therapy

Study Design: Prospective observational study Material &Methods: All patient in age group 1 month to 12 years admitted for acute gastroenteritis over period of 2 years in Paediatrics Department of Tertiary care centre were included in this study.

Results: Increased frequency of stool and vomiting were most common presenting symptoms while most common electrolyte imbalance in study was hyponatremia followed by hypokalaemia In ABGA analysis severe metabolic acidosis was found in most of cases.

Conclusion: ORS usage promotion in mild and moderate cases of dehydration is the best way for preventing severe dehydration and dyselectrolytemia .Zinc has established role in decreased frequency and total duration of acute gastroenteritis.