Spot Urinary Sodium as a Biomarker of Diuretic Response in Acute Heart Failure
Néstor Oliva-Dámaso, Julio Núñez, María José Soler
Abstract
Biomarker of Diuretic Response in Heart Failure hospitalization of UNa for monitoring and guiding diuretic approaches as 1 more piece of the puzzle, as stated in the Figure . In addition, we should be aware of some clinical conditions (not overt fluid overload, acute kidney injury, cirrhosis, multiple diuretic therapy) in which the interpretation of urinary sodium excretion may be challenging.
Topics & Concepts
MedicineDiureticHeart failureBiomarkerInternal medicineUrinary systemCardiologySodiumIntensive care medicineOrganic chemistryBiochemistryChemistryHeart Failure Treatment and ManagementRenal function and acid-base balanceElectrolyte and hormonal disorders