[Table/Fig-2]:
Distribution / Prevalence of acid base disorders in CKD patients applying bedside approach of analysis.
| Acid base disorders | No. of patients N (%) |
|---|---|
| Metabolic acidosis | 15 (48.39%)* |
| Respiratory alkalosis | 9 (29.03%) |
| Metabolic alkalosis | 3 (9.68%) |
| Mixed metabolic & respiratory (dual) acidoses | 2 (6.45%) |
| Mixed metabolic & respiratory alkaloses | 2 (6.45%) |
| Total number of patients: 31(100%) | |