Title of article :
Life threatening hyperkalemia in a neonate with Pseudo-hypoaldosteronism
Author/Authors :
Choudhry, Shehla Shifa International Hospital - Department of Neonatology, Pakistan , Najam, Yawar Shifa International Hospital - Department of Neonatology, Pakistan
Abstract :
Pseudohypoaldosteronism type 1 is a rare disorder characterized by renal resistance to aldosterone which may present with a salt wasting crisis in infancy. We report a neonate with hyponatremia, severe dehydration and refractory life threatening hyperkalemia who was treated with dietary sodium chloride supplementation, potassium binding resins and fluid replacement therapy which proved to be lifesaving.
Keywords :
Pseudohypoaldosteronism , Hyponatremia , Hyperkalemia , Neonatal.
Journal title :
Journal of the Pakistan Medical Association (Centre) JPMA
Journal title :
Journal of the Pakistan Medical Association (Centre) JPMA
