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India | General Surgery | Volume 15 Issue 1, January 2026 | Pages: 1639 - 1641
A Study of Peri-Operative Changes in Serum Potassium Levels in Patients Undergoing Exploratory Laparotomy
Abstract: Background: Electrolyte imbalance is a common physiological response following major abdominal surgery. Among electrolytes, potassium plays a pivotal role in neuromuscular, cardiac, and gastrointestinal function [1]. Aim: To analyse peri-operative trends in serum potassium levels among patients undergoing exploratory laparotomy. Materials and Methods: A prospective observational study was conducted on 57 patients undergoing exploratory laparotomy. Serum potassium levels were measured preoperatively and on postoperative days 1, 3, and 5 using an automated analyser. Results: Mean serum potassium levels showed a transient rise on postoperative day 1, followed by gradual normalisation by day 5. These changes were statistically significant (p < 0.05). Conclusion: Exploratory laparotomy results in a temporary but significant fluctuation in potassium, underscoring the importance of routine monitoring.
Keywords: Serum Potassium, Exploratory Laparotomy, Peri-operative, Electrolyte Imbalance
How to Cite?: Dr. Bharat Idnani, Dr. Sanjay Singhal, Dr. Saroj Chhabra Kapoor, Dr. Srishti Soni, "A Study of Peri-Operative Changes in Serum Potassium Levels in Patients Undergoing Exploratory Laparotomy", Volume 15 Issue 1, January 2026, International Journal of Science and Research (IJSR), Pages: 1639-1641, https://www.ijsr.net/getabstract.php?paperid=SR26127115543, DOI: https://dx.doi.org/10.21275/SR26127115543