Approach to Electrolyte Abnormalities, Prerenal Azotemia, and Fluid Balance.

Approach to Electrolyte Abnormalities, Prerenal Azotemia, and Fluid Balance.
Prim Care. 2020 Dec;47(4):555-569
Authors: Martinez LC, Khan SF, Bowman BT
Abstract
Volume and electrolyte evaluation and management is seen frequently in primary care practices. Some of the most common abnormalities encountered in outpatient practices are prerenal azotemia, dysnatremias, and altered potassium levels. Perturbations in volume or electrolyte concentrations can lead to serious organ dysfunction as well as hemodynamic collapse. This review focuses on the maintenance and regulation of intravascular volume and electrolytes, specifically sodium and potassium.
PMID: 33121628 [PubMed - in process]

Source: Primary Care - October 31, 2020 Category: Primary Care Authors: Martinez LC, Khan SF, Bowman BT Tags: Prim Care Source Type: research