Use of Sodium Bicarbonate As Prophylaxis for Kidney Damage in Patients with Heatstroke

The present study protocol explores the possibility of preventing the need for renal replacement therapy in patients who develop rhabdomyolysis secondary to heatstroke. This is based on previous studies that have used bicarbonate infusion in the context of rhabdomyolysis secondary to compartment syndrome, finding a lower incidence of renal failure. Due to the aforementioned, we propose to carry out a similar intervention at the General Hospital of Mexicali, where there is a significant incidence of heatstroke during the summer months. The aim is to determine whether this intervention is useful in preventing the development of renal failure and the requirement for renal replacement therapy.