Hypocalcemia and hyperkalemia during magnesium infusion therapy in a pre-eclamptic patient.
We present a case of prominent hypocalcemia and hyperkalemia attributed to magnesium infusion in a preeclamptic patient. Iatrogenic hypermagnesemia is an underrecognized cause of hypocalcemia and hyperkalemia. Our report illustrates the effects of magnesium therapy on serum calcium and potassium, necessitating close electrolytes monitoring when used.
Southern Illinois University Springfield, Illinois.
Tamer
T
Hudali
University of Texas Health Science Center San Antonio, Texas.
Chandandeep
C
Takkar
Hyperkalemia; Hypermagnesemia; Hypocalcemia