Comprehensive Management of Hyperkalaemia in Patients with Chronic Kidney Disease and Cardiovascular Conditions:...

Patients with chronic kidney disease and/or cardiovascular disease are at heightened risk of developing hyperkalaemia. This electrolyte disorder is prevalent and, if left untreated, typically results in fatal outcomes. The implementation of standardised, specialised management strategies represents a valuable tool for clinicians in the care of these patients. The primary objective of this study is to present a consensus document for the management of hyperkalaemia of cardiorenal origin, developed by a group of experts in cardiology and nephrology, opinion leaders in Mexico. To this end, a Delphi panel was formed, comprising a group of cardiologists and a group of nephrologists, each coordinated by a leader who concentrated the information. The panellists responded to a questionnaire that was sent to them. In a virtual meeting, the responses were reviewed and a consensus was reached by all participants based on the current literature.