Sled dogs are known to develop numerous serum biochemical changes due to endurance exercise. Previous studies have suggested that mild hyponatraemia and hypokalaemia can develop during endurance racing. The aim of the present study was to determine if serum biochemical alterations are similar to previous reports, and if electrolyte alterations are still present with present feeding practices ut...

BACKGROUND Hyponatremia in the setting of cirrhosis is a common electrolyte disorder with few therapeutic options. The free water retention is due to non-osmotic vasopressin secretion resulting from the cirrhosis-associated splanchnic vasodilatation. Therefore, vasoconstrictive therapy may correct this electrolyte abnormality. The aim of this study was to assess the efficacy of midodrine and oc...

Background: Sickle cell anaemia, a type of haemoglobinopathy is associated with biochemical abnormalities such as imbalance of electrolytes. Aim: To determine and evaluate saliva as a biochemical indicator for electrolyte estimation in sickle cell anaemic patients. Materials and methods: 30 children in the age group of 4-12 years were split into two equal groups: sickle cell anaemia group and c...

INTRODUCTION Studies demonstrated that abnormal thyroid functions may result in decreased or increased kidney size, kidney weight, and affect renal functions. In this regard, studies on the association of abnormal thyroid functions and renal function tests are scarcely found in Ethiopia. OBJECTIVE To assess renal function and electrolytes in patients with thyroid dysfunction, in Addis Ababa, ...

Correspondence: Jun R Chiong Associate Professor of Medicine, Pharmacology and Outcomes Science, Director, Advanced Heart Failure Program, Loma Linda University, 11234 Anderson Street, Suite 4404, Loma Linda, CA 92354, USA Tel +1 909 558-9730 (office); +1 909 809-0289 (mobile) email [email protected] Abstract: Hyponatremia is an electrolyte disorder frequently observed in several clinical setting...

The effect of genotype and sex of Nigerian indigenous chickens (dwarf, Fulani ecotypes, neck, frizzle and normal feathered) on blood serum electrolytes and biochemical parameters were investigated using 40 chickens. The collected data were subjected to analysis via a 2 way ANOVA. The results revealed serum levels of sodium, potassium, chloride, uric acid, glucose, total protein, creatinin, albu...

BACKGROUND Magnesium (Mg(2+)) is an essential electrolyte with important physiological functions. Consequently, hypomagnesaemia, an electrolyte disorder frequently diagnosed in critically ill patients, can have life-threatening consequences. The kidney plays a central role in the regulation of the Mg(2+) balance. The present study investigated the molecular consequences of dietary Mg(2+) restri...

BACKGROUND Electrolyte derangements are common sequel of traumatic brain injury. Use of intravenous fluids, diuretics, syndrome of inappropriate ADH secretion and cerebral salt washing are some of the factors responsible for this. Proper in time detection followed by appropriate treatment not only improves neurological status but also decrease morbidity and mortality. This study was conducted t...

Contrast media-related nephropathy is one of the possible complications in myocardial infarction patients following primary percutaneous intervention (PCI). Contrast media-related nephropathy is mainly defined as a decrease in creatinine clearance and an increase in serum creatinine levels; however, contrast media may also cause electrolyte imbalances. Here we present a case report of severe el...