Disordered sodium metabolism: sodium retention states.
Sodium retention frequently occurs in the critically ill patient. Sodium retention states include cardiac failure, liver failure, nephrotic syndrome, and hypoalbuminemic states. A clear understanding of the pathophysiology and the mechanism of sodium retention are essential for the proper care of these patients.
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Wayne State University, School of Medicine, Detroit, Michigan.
D000818:Animals; D001834:Body Water / Q000378:metabolism; D003422:Critical Care / Q000379:methods; D005110:Extracellular Space / Q000502:physiology; D006333:Heart Failure / Q000150:complications / Q000378:metabolism; D006801:Humans; D006955:Hypernatremia / Q000150:complications / Q000378:metabolism* / Q000628:therapy; D008103:Liver Cirrhosis / Q000150:complications / Q000378:metabolism; D009404:Nephrotic Syndrome / Q000150:complications / Q000628:therapy; D012964:Sodium / Q000378:metabolism*; D014462:Ultrafiltration / Q000379:methods; D014882:Water-Electrolyte Balance
D012964:Sodium