
Diagnostic evaluation of adults with hyponatremia - UpToDate
Sep 8, 2025 · The diagnostic approach to the patient with hyponatremia will be reviewed here. Many patients with hyponatremia have a single cause, but multiple factors sometimes …
Hyponatremia - EMCrit Project
Jul 4, 2024 · The best approach to chronic, asymptomatic hyponatremia is often to provide no specific therapy for the hyponatremia. Instead, the primary focus of therapy should remain the …
Hyponatraemia (Na+ <135mmol/L), an abnormal fall in the plasma-sodium concentration, usually with a simultaneous fall in the plasma osmolality, is not uncommon. Therapy is guided by the …
In general, hyponatremia is treated with fluid restriction (in the setting of euvolemia), isotonic saline (in hypovolemia), and diuresis (in hypervolemia). A combination of these therapies may …
Diagnosis and Management of Hyponatremia: A Review
This review summarizes current evidence regarding the pathogenesis, clinical presentation, diagnosis, and management of hyponatremia.
Diagnostic algorithm of hyponatremia - ScienceDirect
Oct 8, 2025 · Further investigation can determine the underlying cause (s) of the syndrome of inappropriate antidiuresis. This review provides a diagnostic algorithm for hyponatremia, with a …
Water balance is regulated by antidiuretic hormone, renal medullary concentrating ability and thirst. Hyponatraemia usually results from retention of water secondary to impairment of free …
Hyponatremia Management: Core Principles & Bedside Algorithm
Jun 15, 2025 · Master the essentials of hyponatremia management with this practical, evidence-based guide. Learn when to use saline, desmopressin, and how to monitor sodium safely to …
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Laboratory artefact caused by the presence of severe hyperlipidaemia or hyperproteinaemia. True sodium levels are not low, the result is due to interference with analysis of the test. Society for …
Hyponatremia Guidelines: Guidelines Summary - Medscape
Jan 9, 2025 · Start prompt diagnostic assessment. Provide cause-specific treatment. Monitor clinical picture and serum sodium concentration closely. Avoid an increase in serum sodium …