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Review
. 2002 Apr;18(2):289-308, vi.
doi: 10.1016/s0749-0704(01)00012-4.

Metabolic acidosis in the intensive care unit

Philippe M Gauthier  1 , Harold M Szerlip
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Review

Metabolic acidosis in the intensive care unit

Philippe M Gauthier et al. Crit Care Clin. 2002 Apr.

Abstract

Metabolic acidosis is a common occurrence in critically ill patients. Understanding the pathological mechanisms underlying the generation of protons will enable the clinician to quickly recognize these disorders and establish an acceptable treatment strategy. This article presents a logical approach to metabolic acidosis.

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