Critical Care Time 17. Hyponatremia in Critical Illness with Dr Joel Topf
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Feb 12, 2024 
Dr. Joel Topf, a master nephrologist, discusses hyponatremia in critical illness, including diagnosis and management. They also dive into the complexities of osmotic demyelination syndrome and the importance of considering the interplay between potassium and sodium levels. The podcast emphasizes the need for a logical and systematic approach to managing critically ill patients with hyponatremia.
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Introduction
00:00 • 3min
Hyponatremia: Causes, Evaluation, and Complexity
02:33 • 6min
Understanding Tonicity and Osmolality in Critical Illness
08:55 • 3min
Interpreting Lab Results in Hyponatremia Cases
12:14 • 2min
Approach to Hyponatremia in a Critically Ill Patient
14:32 • 26min
Complexity of Hyponatremia
40:17 • 24min
Understanding Hyponatremia in Critical Illness and the Need for Humility
01:04:12 • 2min
Expressing Gratitude, Encouraging Engagement, and Thanking the Sponsor
01:06:14 • 3min