Endocrine Abstracts

Introduction: Hyponatraemia is the most common of electrolyte abnormalities. There are numerous factors which may directly cause or contribute to hyponatraemia, including dehydration, concomitant cardiac/hepatic/renal disease, and certain medications, such as diuretics. Hyponatraemia may cause a range of symptoms, depending on the speed and severity of the deficiency. Mild hyponatraemia (>115 mmol/l), can causes malaise, nausea and vomiting. Significant hyponatraemia, [Na<...