Respiratory alkalosis in the acute hypoxemic patient during non-invasive mechanical ventilation: troubleshooting and prognostic relevance

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Respiratory alkalosis is one of the four basic disturbances to the acid-base equilibrium. Persistent primary respiratory alkalosis during non-invasive mechanical ventilation in patients with hypoxemic respiratory failure could be a risk factor for NIV failure. A 69-year-old man with acute hypoxemic respiratory failure caused by severe COVID-19 pneumonia demonstrated progressive worsening of gas exchange and clinical conditions. Despite a positive response to noninvasive mechanical ventilation, a therapeutic increase in respiratory support was required.

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