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Hyponatremia with an Osmolar Gap, Pseudohyponatremia or Hyper-Osmolar Hyponatremia?

Authors :
Leonardo Pozo Garcia
Livia Frost
Bryan M. Tucker
Source :
American Journal of Medicine Open, Vol 13, Iss , Pp 100081- (2025)
Publication Year :
2025
Publisher :
Elsevier, 2025.

Abstract

Pseudohyponatremia is frequently misunderstood and often mistaken for other types of hyponatremia. In this study, we present a case of pseudohyponatremia resulting from hypertriglyceridemia. We provide an in-depth analysis of the pathophysiological mechanisms involved, comparing them with those of other hyponatremic disorders, and outline the diagnostic approach used to identify this atypical form of hyponatremia. Recognizing and accurately diagnosing non–hypo-osmolar hyponatremia is paramount, as these conditions are treated differently than other forms of hyponatremia.

Details

Language :
English
ISSN :
26670364
Volume :
13
Issue :
100081-
Database :
Directory of Open Access Journals
Journal :
American Journal of Medicine Open
Publication Type :
Academic Journal
Accession number :
edsdoj.6d363e40c25843d6a080dbaed499c3c9
Document Type :
article
Full Text :
https://doi.org/10.1016/j.ajmo.2024.100081