Hyperkalemia-induced Leg Paresis in Primary Adrenal Insufficiency
Gregory Mansella, Frank P. Stephan, Roland Bingisser and 1 more
Clinical Practice and Cases in Emergency Medicine · 2017
doi:10.5811/cpcem.2017.7.35165 (opens in a new tab)
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Abstract
CASE PRESENTATIONA 49-year-old man presented to our emergency department complaining of progressive muscle weakness in his legs for three days.He had no past history of significant health issues, and denied any illicit or recreational drug use.At presentation, vital signs were normal.Physical exam revealed reduced strength (3/5) in his lower extremities but no focal deficits.Laboratory studies showed severe hyperkalemia of 8.6 mmol/l (3.6-4.8 mmol/l),
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