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(E87.1) Hypo-osmolality and hyponatraemia
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2 880 388 in individuals diagnosis hypo-osmolality and hyponatraemia confirmed
113 675 deaths with diagnosis hypo-osmolality and hyponatraemia
4% mortality rate associated with the disease hypo-osmolality and hyponatraemia
Diagnosis hypo-osmolality and hyponatraemia is diagnosed Women are 31.54% more likely than Men
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Men receive the diagnosis hypo-osmolality and hyponatraemia
36 832 (3.7 %)Died from this diagnosis.
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Women receive the diagnosis hypo-osmolality and hyponatraemia
76 843 (4.1 %)Died from this diagnosis.
Risk Group for the Disease hypo-osmolality and hyponatraemia - Men aged 60-64 and Women aged 80-84
In Men diagnosis is most often set at age 0-95+
in in men, the disease manifests at any agein in women, the disease manifests at any age
In Women diagnosis is most often set at age 0-95+
Disease Features hypo-osmolality and hyponatraemia
Absence or low individual and public risk
Hypo-osmolality and hyponatraemia - what does this mean
Hypo-osmolality and hyponatraemia occur when the body has a lower than normal concentration of sodium in the blood, leading to a decrease in the osmolality of the blood and other body fluids. it can occur due to excessive water intake, certain medications, or certain medical conditions.
What happens during the disease - hypo-osmolality and hyponatraemia
Hypo-osmolality and hyponatraemia is caused by a relative excess of water intake compared to sodium intake. this can be due to excessive fluid intake, decreased sodium intake, or increased water loss due to excessive sweating, vomiting, or diarrhea. this leads to a decrease in the concentration of sodium in the blood, resulting in an electrolyte imbalance and a decrease in the osmotic pressure of the blood. this can cause symptoms such as confusion, lethargy, nausea, and seizures.
Clinical Pattern
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How does a doctor diagnose
- Physical examination
- Blood tests to measure sodium, potassium, chloride, and glucose levels
- Urine tests to measure osmolality and electrolyte levels
- CT scan or MRI to check for any underlying causes
- Kidney function tests
- Thyroid function tests
- Liver function tests
- Hormone tests
- Electrolyte tests
Treatment and Medical Assistance
Main goal of the treatment: To restore the osmolality and sodium levels to normal range.
- Monitoring and managing fluid balance
- Administering IV fluids containing electrolytes
- Monitoring and managing blood pressure
- Administering diuretics
- Administering medications to reduce brain edema
- Monitoring and managing electrolyte levels
- Administering corticosteroids
- Administering anticonvulsants
- Administering antibiotics
- Monitoring and managing nutrition
- Administering medications to reduce vomiting and nausea
15 Days of Hospitalization Required
Average Time for Outpatient Care Not Established
Hypo-osmolality and hyponatraemia - Prevention
Hypo-osmolality and hyponatraemia can be prevented by maintaining adequate hydration, monitoring salt and water intake, avoiding certain medications that can cause hyponatraemia, and monitoring electrolyte levels in those who are at risk.