Assessment of Patiromer Monotherapy for Hyperkalemia in an Acute Care Setting

Assessment of Patiromer Monotherapy for Hyperkalemia in an Acute Care Setting

In this cohort study of patients with acute, non–life-threatening hyperkalemia, a single dose of patiromer was associated with a significant decrease in serum potassium levels and a low incidence of hypokalemia. These... read more

Influence of Dyskalemia at ICU Admission and Early Dyskalemia Correction on Survival

Influence of Dyskalemia at ICU Admission and Early Dyskalemia Correction on Survival

Dyskalemia is common at ICU admission and associated with increased mortality. Occurrence of cardiac events increased with dyskalemia depth. A correction of serum potassium level by day 2 was associated with improved... read more