Pivotal role of venous blood gas analysis in the detection of metabolic acidosis due to laxative abuse in an anorexia nervosa patient: A case report
Abstract Background Anorexia nervosa has the highest mortality rate of any psychiatric disorder, and purging behaviors can cause a fatal electrolyte and acid–base imbalance. Routine laboratory testing during inpatient care is essential because these patients often provide inaccurate information abou...
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| Language: | English |
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Wiley
2025-03-01
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| Series: | PCN Reports |
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| Online Access: | https://doi.org/10.1002/pcn5.70055 |
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