Tag: hypercalcemia

  • Hypercalcemia

    Hypercalcemia

    Hypercalcemia is a common biological anomaly whose causes are dominated by primary hyperparathyroidism and hypercalcemia of cancer. The interview, clinical examination and a few laboratory tests allow the great majority of cases to identify the cause and suggest appropriate treatment. CALCIUM METABOLISM: The body of a healthy adult of 70 kg contains about 25,000 mmol…

  • Electrolyte Disorders ECG

    Electrolyte Disorders ECG

    Dyskaliémies: Hypokalemia (<3.5 meq / l): * Increased wave U (nonspecific sign) * Flattening and negativity of the T wave (T + U draws a lying S) * ST cupuliforme Depression Hyperkalemia: * Wave symmetrical and sharp T, narrow base, tent (serum potassium of 5.5 to 6.4 meq) * The T waves are diffuse and…