Clinical and Etiological Profile of Hyponatremia in ICU Patients at Tertiary Care Hospital
Abstract: Aim: To study the clinical profile of Hyponatremia in acute illnesses and factors associated with mortality in critically ill patients at tertiary care Hospital. Introduction: Hyponatremia is the most common electrolyte abnormality in hospitalized patients and is frequently encountered in the intensive care setting. [1, 6]Treatment varies significantly according to the timing of onset and aetiology of the disorder. Inadequate or improper treatment may lead to brain oedema or demyelination with life-threatening consequences. Appropriate treatment rendered in a timely manner can result in complete recovery in many cases. Materials and Methods: Single centric, prospective observational study conducted in Department of Medicine of a tertiary care hospital in period of 18 months (June 2020 till Dec 2021). Total 250 patients diagnosed with hyponatremia (serum sodium
Keywords: Hyponatremia, ICU (Intensive Care Unit), acute illnesses, Mortality
How to Cite?: Kute Bramhadev Shivaji, Shejal Suhas Sudam, Bhaisare Sunil D., "Clinical and Etiological Profile of Hyponatremia in ICU Patients at Tertiary Care Hospital", Volume 12 Issue 3, March 2023, International Journal of Science and Research (IJSR), Pages: 385-389, https://www.ijsr.net/getabstract.php?paperid=MR23308145543, DOI: https://dx.doi.org/10.21275/MR23308145543