Diagnosis and etiology of hyponatremia
Thielen, V.; Legros, J.J.
Revue Medicale de Liege 58(9): 534-536
2003
ISSN/ISBN: 0370-629X PMID: 14626645 Document Number: 554740
The unexpected finding of hyponatremia should prompt a clinical and biological investigation to find the etiology. Hyponatremia can be the first manifestation of hyperlipemia, unknown paraproteinemia or the Schwartz-Bartter syndrome. Indeed, a quick diagnosis and appropriate treatment are often necessary to reduce morbidity.