reviewNew England Journal of MedicineDec 10, 2014GREEN OA

Lactic Acidosis

St. Elizabeth's Medical Center · Tufts University

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Abstract

When lactic acidosis accompanies low-flow states or sepsis, mortality rates increase sharply. This review summarizes our current understanding of the pathophysiological aspects of lactic acidosis, as well as the approaches to its diagnosis and management.

Citation impact

805
total citations
FWCI
21.72
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100%
References
56
Citations per year

Authors

2

Topics & keywords

Keywords
  • Lactic acidosis
  • Medicine
  • Acidosis
  • Sepsis
  • Intensive care medicine
  • Pathophysiology
  • Lactic acid
  • Internal medicine
UN Sustainable Development Goals
  • Good health and well-being
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