Title | A Quick Reference on Hyperkalemia. |
Publication Type | Journal Article |
Year of Publication | 2017 |
Authors | Kogika, MMery, de Morais, HAutran |
Journal | Vet Clin North Am Small Anim Pract |
Volume | 47 |
Issue | 2 |
Pagination | 223-228 |
Date Published | 2017 Mar |
ISSN | 1878-1306 |
Keywords | Algorithms, Animals, Hyperkalemia, Kidney, Potassium, Reference Values |
Abstract | The clinical signs of hyperkalemia usually are less evident than hypokalemia. Arrhythmia and bradycardia could be the first changes noticed. Most cases of persistent hyperkalemia are associated with renal retention of potassium. Common causes for hyperkalemia include hypoadrenocorticism, ruptured bladder, and urethral or bilateral ureteral obstruction. Drug such as angiotensin-converting enzyme inhibitors, angiotensin receptor blockers, potassium-sparing diuretics, and nonsteroidal antiinflammatory drugs can also lead to hyperkalemia. |
DOI | 10.1016/j.cvsm.2016.10.009 |
Alternate Journal | Vet Clin North Am Small Anim Pract |
PubMed ID | 27939860 |