Successful resuscitation in diabetic ketoacidosis: a strong case for the use of bicarbonate
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- 1 July 1974
- journal article
- case report
- Published by Oxford University Press (OUP)
- Vol. 50 (585) , 465-468
- https://doi.org/10.1136/pgmj.50.585.465
Abstract
Summary: Although severe acidosis is a life-threatening condition owing to its cerebral and cardiac effects, correction of the acidosis with alkali remains a controversial issue in diabetic ketoacidosis. A 22-year-old female patient in diabetic ketoacidosis who was successfully resuscitated after cardiac arrest is presented and a strong case is made for the administration of bicarbonate in severe cases of diabetic ketoacidosis.Keywords
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