Validation of an alternative technique for RQ estimation in anesthetized pigs
Abstract Background Respiratory quotient (RQ) is an important variable when assessing metabolic status in intensive care patients. However, analysis of RQ requires cumbersome technical equipment. The aim of the current study was to examine a simplified blood gas-based method of RQ assessment, using...
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Format: | Article |
Language: | English |
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SpringerOpen
2024-01-01
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Series: | Intensive Care Medicine Experimental |
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Online Access: | https://doi.org/10.1186/s40635-024-00598-8 |