Hypokalemia: a clinical update

• Published in: Endocrine Connections Vol. 7; no. 4; pp. R135 - R146
• Main Authors: Kardalas, Efstratios, Paschou, Stavroula A, Anagnostis, Panagiotis, Muscogiuri, Giovanna, Siasos, Gerasimos, Vryonidou, Andromachi
• Format: Journal Article
• Language: English
• Published: England Bioscientifica Ltd 01.04.2018; Bioscientifica
• Subjects: acid–base status; adrenal; Editor's Choice; electrolytes; hypokalemia; kidneys; potassium; Review; acid–base status; hypokalemia; potassium; kidneys; adrenal; electrolytes

Hypokalemia is a common electrolyte disturbance, especially in hospitalized patients. It can have various causes, including endocrine ones. Sometimes, hypokalemia requires urgent medical attention. The aim of this review is to present updated information regarding: (1) the definition and prevalence...