Endocrine Abstracts

Background: Hypokalaemia (potassium below 3.5 mmol/l) is a common electrolyte abnormality associated with cardiac instability and myopathies. Untreated hypokalaemia can lead to inpatient morbidity and mortality.1Aim: To review the management of hypokalaemia, in terms of potassium replacement therapy, potassium-level monitoring and cardiac monitoring, in Maidstone hospital.Methods: A cross-sectional study of inpatients wi...