Successful resuscitation in diabetic ketoacidosis: a strong case for the use of bicarbonate. Issue 585 (July 1974)

• Record Type: Journal Article
• Authors: Soler, N. G.; FitzGerald, M. G.; Bennett, M. A.; Malins, J. M.
• Is Part Of: Postgraduate medical journal. Volume 50:Issue 585(1974)
• Page Start: 465
• Page End: 468
• Publication Date: 1974-07
• Subjects: Medicine -- Periodicals; 610
• DOI: 10.1136/pgmj.50.585.465
• Languages: English
• ISSNs: 0032-5473

Abstract

Abstract : 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.