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The Curbsiders Internal Medicine Podcast
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Navigating Lactate Levels in Clinical Decisions
This chapter examines the complexities of using lactate levels as a primary measure for making medical decisions, particularly in patients with intricate health concerns like heart failure and alcohol use disorders. It underscores the necessity of a comprehensive assessment that includes a thorough physical exam and various diagnostic tools to avoid misdiagnosis and inappropriate treatment.
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