Internal acid–base homeostasis is fundamental for maintaining life. Accurate and timely interpretation of an acid–base disorder can be lifesaving, but the establishment of a correct diagnosis may be ...
Acute metabolic acidosis is associated with increased morbidity and mortality because of its depressive effects on cardiovascular function, facilitation of cardiac arrhythmias, stimulation of ...
To the Editor: In the June 20 issue of the Journal, Schwartz and Relman present an article on acid–base disorders in which they criticize some newer parameters used in their evaluation. A criticism by ...