Osmotic demyelination disorders (ODD): treatment
Evidence-based neurology checklist on osmotic demyelination disorders (odd): treatment: Correction of hyponatraemia Correct hyponatraemia slowly This is usually done at a rate of <6-8 mmol/L per 24-hour period A slower rate of 4-6 mmol/L in 24 hours is indicated in high-risk individuals…
Correction of hyponatraemia
- Correct hyponatraemia slowly
- This is usually done at a rate of <6-8 mmol/L per 24-hour period
- A slower rate of 4-6 mmol/L in 24 hours is indicated in high-risk individuals
Potentially beneficial treatments
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