Core IM | Internal Medicine Podcast
#109 Hyponatremia Management Part 1: 5 Pearls Segment
Aug 3, 2022
46:25
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- Fluid restriction alone may not be effective in treating hyponatremia, and monitoring urine osmolality can help determine its effectiveness.
- Loop diuretics, like furosemide, can aid in hyponatremia management by disrupting the medullary gradient and inhibiting water reabsorption in the renal tubules.
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Key principles in management of hyponatremia
When managing hyponatremia, it is important to understand the fluid and solute balance in the body. Hyponatremia is a water problem, and the goal is to correct the relative excess of free water. The management involves finding the balance between fluid and solute intake, and addressing the underlying cause if present.
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