Citation

Laboudi A, Vincent F, Costa MA, Bouvard E, Meyniel D, Rondeau E, Sraër JD. Ann. Fr. Anesth. Reanim. 2002; 21(7): 610-612.

Copyright

(Copyright © 2002, Elsevier Publishing)

DOI

10.1016/s0750-7658(02)00688-3

PMID

12192697

Abstract

A false hyperchloremia in a patient with a history of depression suspected bromide intoxication. The diagnosis was confirmed by an increased bromide concentration > 20 mmoL.L-1. Rehydration was effective and allowed to decrease bromide concentration. In conclusion, hyperchloremia associated with a negative anion gap is a clue to the diagnosis.

Language: fr

Keywords

Bromides; Chlorides; Depression; False Positive Reactions; Fluid Therapy; Humans; Male; Middle Aged; Suicide, Attempted