Article ID | Journal | Published Year | Pages | File Type |
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2763503 | Journal of Clinical Anesthesia | 2008 | 4 Pages |
Abstract
Hyperosmolar increased-anion-gap metabolic acidosis without hyperglycemia has been reported after infusions of etomidate and other medications containing propylene glycol. We report a case of this biochemical abnormality with severe hyperglycemia. Cessation of the etomidate infusion along with other supportive measures resulted in prompt resolution of the metabolic acidosis and hyperglycemia.
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Authors
Arjunan (Resident), Paul (Assistant Professor),