Open AccessHeeding clues to metformin-associated lactic acidosis: prompt response can save life
Author(s) -
U Kumar,
B Chennavir,
A Gopi
Publication year - 2009
Publication title -
bmj case reports
Language(s) - English
Resource type - Journals
SCImago Journal Rank - 0.231
H-Index - 26
ISSN - 1757-790X
DOI - 10.1136/bcr.11.2008.1252
Subject(s) - lactic acidosis , metformin , medicine , presentation (obstetrics) , acidosis , intensive care medicine , diabetes mellitus , surgery , endocrinology
The case history is presented of a patient who developed metformin-associated lactic acidosis. The patient made a complete recovery with supportive care. Recognition of metformin-associated lactic acidosis requires a high index of suspicion, as presentation can be very subtle.
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