Joel Topf MD

A nephrologist shares valuable insights on managing hyperkalemia, including common causes, using insulin safely, and the role of loop diuretics and fluids. They also discuss the effectiveness of fludrocortisone and answer questions about high potassium diets.

Dr. Joel Topf, Chief of Nephrology at KashlakHospital, shares insightful tips on managing hyperkalemia. Topics discussed include common causes of hyperkalemia, the U-shaped curve of potassium levels and mortality, safe use of insulin, potassium binding resins and colonic necrosis, loop diuretics and fluids, fludrocortisone use, and high potassium diet and oral supplements.