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Endocrine Abstracts (2014) 34 CMW2.6 | DOI: 10.1530/endoabs.34.CMW2.6

Newcastle University, Newcastle, UK.


Hyponatraemia (serum Na+<135 mmol/l) is common. It is associated with increased mortality and morbidity across a range of clinical contexts. Despite this, it remains an area in which there is diverse practice. There are centre and speciality-specific approaches to diagnosis and management that reflect both the apparent absence of a clear evidence-base and differences in perceived clinical priorities.

This presentation will focus on a number of key themes.

An evidence-based approach to defining aetiology of the hyponatraemia.

Finding the balance in treating the patient rather than simply treating the serum Na+ concentration.

When (and when not) to use hypertonic fluid.

Approaches to the management of over-correction.

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