Hyponatremia in Hospitalized Patients: Diagnostic Pitfalls & Management

Hyponatremia is one of the most common electrolyte disorders encountered in hospitalized patients, yet it remains frequently misdiagnosed and mistreated. This session will use real-world case discussions to highlight diagnostic pitfalls, differentiate key etiologies such as SIADH, hypovolemia, and...

• Hyponatremia, defined as serum sodium below 135 mmol/L, affects approximately 10% of hospitalized patients. It is categorized as mild (130-135 mmol/L), moderate (125-129 mmol/L), and profound (<124 mmol/L). Symptoms range from muscle cramps and nausea in outpatient settings to confusion and seizures in emergencies.