Abstract |
We present a patient with end-stage kidney disease receiving hemodialysis therapy who developed severe metabolic alkalosis secondary to vomiting. This case illustrates the important differences in pathogenesis, diagnosis, and management of this common acid-base disorder in patients without kidney function. The diagnostic approach and management strategy for metabolic alkalosis are discussed, highlighting the special issues to be considered in dialysis patients.
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Authors | Lu Huber, F John Gennari |
Journal | American journal of kidney diseases : the official journal of the National Kidney Foundation
(Am J Kidney Dis)
Vol. 58
Issue 1
Pg. 144-9
(Jul 2011)
ISSN: 1523-6838 [Electronic] United States |
PMID | 21621890
(Publication Type: Case Reports, Journal Article)
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Copyright | Copyright © 2011 National Kidney Foundation, Inc. Published by Elsevier Inc. All rights reserved. |
Chemical References |
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Topics |
- Aged
- Alkalosis
(diagnosis, etiology, therapy)
- Bicarbonates
(blood)
- Female
- Humans
- Kidney Failure, Chronic
(therapy)
- Renal Dialysis
- Vomiting
(complications)
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