Hyperkalemia secondary prevention
Editor-In-Chief: C. Michael Gibson, M.S., M.D. [1]; Associate Editor(s)-in-Chief:
Overview
Overview
Stabilizing the heart membrane in hyperkalemia is very important in preventing fatal cardiac arrhythmias.Effective elimination of potassium from the body also prevents complications.
Secondary Prevention
Secondary Prevention
Effective measures for the secondary prevention of hyperkalemia include:
- Cardiac membrane stabilization
- Intracellular transfer of potassium
- Elimination of potassium from the body
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