The McKittrick-Wheelock syndrome: A rare case with a complex acid-base disorder
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Published:2018-09-03
Issue:2
Volume:14
Page:
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ISSN:2282-2054
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Container-title:Emergency Care Journal
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language:
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Short-container-title:Emerg Care J
Author:
Formagnana Pietro,Piombo Marianna,Caccia Dominioni Costanza,Gori Giulia,Santoro Michele,Casagranda Ivo
Abstract
McKittrick-Wheelock syndrome is a rare condition characterized by secretory diarrhea due to villous adenoma of the colon, acute renal failure, dehydration, electrolyte and acid-base disorders. Diagnosis requires high suspicion especially when the presentation is unusual. Although potentially fatal for its complications, if promptly diagnosed and treated it is completely reversible. We present a case of a 67-year-old man who presented with syncope and diarrhea. On admission arterial blood gas test showed a complex acid-base disorder that led clinicians to further investigations and to point out a correct diagnosis.
Publisher
PAGEPress Publications