Article ID | Journal | Published Year | Pages | File Type |
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3851154 | American Journal of Kidney Diseases | 2007 | 6 Pages |
Abstract
Most cases of hypernatremia in the ICU developed after admission, suggesting an iatrogenic component in its evolution. Hypernatremia is associated with increased mortality. Strategies for preventing hypernatremia in the ICU should be encouraged.
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Authors
Gregor Lindner, Georg-Christian MD, Christoph MD, Nikolaus Kneidinger, Alexandra Kaider, Bruno MD, Ludwig MD, Wilfred MD,