Hypothyroidism and hyponatremia: data from a series of patients with iatrogenic acute hypothyroidism undergoing radioactive iodine therapy after total thyroidectomy for thyroid cancer

ConclusionsIatrogenic acute hypothyroidism-related hyponatremia is uncommon. However, because of the significant reduction of [Na+] in the transition from euthyroidism to iatrogenic hypothyroidism, the value of pre[Na+] should be viewed as a parameter to be considered. Since it acts as an independent risk factor for the development of hyponatremia, patients with a pre[Na+] close to the lower limit of normal range may deserve a closer monitoring of [Na+].
Source: Journal of Endocrinological Investigation - Category: Endocrinology Source Type: research