Hypernatraemia in adults: a clinical review.

ABSTRACT

Dysnatraemic disorders are becoming more common with increased use of biochemical tests in routine practice. Although hyponatraemia is generally much commoner than hypernatraemia, the latter is found in a variety of clinical situations. This review article aims to explain the approach to assessment and strategies for management of hypernatraemia, complications of its treatment and the steps that can be taken for prevention of recurrence.