During cirrhosis, hyponatremia results from solute-free water retention. Systemic arterial vasodilation leads to the release of antidiuretic hormone which, in turn, induces dilution hyponatremia.

Hyponatremia commonly occurs in patients with aneurysmal subarachnoid hemorrhage. Two mechanisms have been proposed as causes: syndrome of inappropriate anti-diuretic hormone and cerebral salt ...

At autopsy, portal cirrhosis, perforated umbilical hernia, marked pulmonary edema and congested kidneys were found. Hypotension, hyponatremia and mild renal insufficiency quickly followed ...

The cause of hyponatremia was congestive heart failure (CHF) in 29.7% of patients, cirrhosis in 18.0% of patients, and the syndrome of inappropriate antidiuretic hormone hypersecretion (SIADH ...

Low sodium levels, or hyponatremia, can lead to lethargy, confusion, fatigue, and other symptoms. Treating the underlying cause may help. As the condition worsens, individuals may experience ...

Electrolyte abnormalities, especially hyponatremia and hyperkalemia, are common in patients with advanced cirrhosis. These abnormalities can occur spontaneously, or more often follow the use of ...