Dilutional Syndromes
Dec.15, 2009 in
Serum Electrolytes and Protein-Calorie Malnutrition
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Cirrhosis is frequently associated with hyponatremia and hypokalemia, either separately or concurrently. There are a variety of etiologies: ascitic fluid sequestration; attempts at diuresis, often superimposed on poor diet or sodium restriction; paracentesis therapy; and hemodilution. Electrolyte abnormalities are more likely to appear when ascites is present and are more severe if azotemia complicates liver […]