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Enema-induced hyperphosphatemia.
The American Journal of Medicine
|November 1, 1985
Summary
A single sodium phosphate enema caused severe hyperphosphatemia (high phosphate levels) and hypocalcemia (low calcium levels) in an adult patient with mild chronic renal insufficiency.
Area of Science:
- Nephrology
- Gastroenterology
- Clinical Toxicology
Background:
- Hyperphosphatemia and hypocalcemia are serious electrolyte disturbances.
- Sodium phosphate enemas are used for bowel preparation but carry risks.
- Patients with chronic renal insufficiency are at higher risk for adverse events.