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Physiologic Approach to Hypotonic Hyponatremia
The next time you have a case of hypotonic hyponatremia, give the
remember than the normal ... volume-based algorithm ... : SIADH, Renal Sodium ... #Hyponatremia #differential ... diagnosis #table #sodium
Hyponatremia (<135 mEq/L) is a common electrolyte abnormality caused by an excess of total body water
body water in comparison ... the total body sodium ... osmolality, urine sodium ... osmolality helps to differentiate ... ADH release is also
Management of Hyponatremia
Hypertonic Saline - Only indicated if patient has severe symptoms + Na < 125
Give
/L Raised ECF volume ... improving adequately Normal ... ECF Volume • ... Hyponatremia #Management #algorithm ... #treatment #sodium
Hepatorenal Syndrome (HRS)

Definition:
• Functional, potentially reversible kidney impairment.
• Occurs in advanced liver disease: cirrhosis, severe alcoholic
Pathophysiology: ... sympathetic + ADH ... • Normal kidney ... ATN, volume depletion ... • Urine sodium