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Unusual presentation of more common disease/injury
Heeding clues to metformin-associated lactic acidosis: prompt response can save life
Summary
The case history is presented of a patient who developed metformin-associated lactic acidosis. The patient made a complete recovery with supportive care. Recognition of metformin-associated lactic acidosis requires a high index of suspicion, as presentation can be very subtle.
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Competing interests: none.