title: Metabolic acidosis in calves.
abstract: In neonatal calves metabolic acidosis is a common sequela to diarrhea-induced dehydration and endotoxemia in the aftermath of gram-negative bacterial infections. Without treatment, metabolic acidosis is a prime factor in the death of many of these calves. This article begins with a general discussion about the causes and recognition of metabolic acidosis. The remaining sections detail the subjective and objective methods available to assess the severity of acidosis and treatment options for this metabolic condition.
authors.affiliation: Department of Large Animal Medicine and Surgery, Texas Veterinary Medical Center, Texas A&M University College of Veterinary Medicine, College Station, USA.
authors.forename: T R
authors.initials: TR
authors.lastname: Kasari
mesh_terms: D000138:Acidosis / Q000175:diagnosis / Q000209:etiology / Q000628:therapy / Q000662:veterinary*; D000468:Alkalies / Q000627:therapeutic use; D000818:Animals; D000831:Animals, Newborn; D002417:Cattle; D002418:Cattle Diseases / Q000175:diagnosis* / Q000209:etiology / Q000628:therapy*; D003967:Diarrhea / Q000150:complications / Q000662:veterinary; D005440:Fluid Therapy / Q000662:veterinary
chemical_list: D000468:Alkalies