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Deviations of systemic acidity in either direction can have adverse consequences and, when severe, can be life-threatening. Therefore, it is essential for the clinician to be able to recognize and properly diagnose acid-base disorders, understand their impact on organ function, and be familiar with their treatment and the potential complications of treatment [1]. Respiratory disorders, that is abnormalities of acid-base equilibrium initiated by a change in blood carbon dioxide tension (PCO2), are frequently encountered in clinical practice, especially in critically ill patients [2]. In the present chapter, we will focus on clinical diagnosis and management of respiratory acidosis and respiratory alkalosis.
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Adrogué, H.J. (1999). Respiratory Acidosis and Alkalosis. In: Gullo, A. (eds) Anaesthesia, Pain, Intensive Care and Emergency Medicine — A.P.I.C.E.. Springer, Milano. https://doi.org/10.1007/978-88-470-2145-7_40
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