Decrease of Consciousness Due to Severe Hypokalemia: A Case Report

Eko Setyo Herwanto^1*, Dzaky Ramadhan Hidayat²

Abstract

Severe electrolyte imbalances can present with a wide range of clinical manifestations, and hypokalemia, or low levels of potassium in the blood, is one such condition that can have profound effects on the human body. Hypokalemia can directly impact the brain’s function, leading to a range of neurological manifestations. This electrolyte imbalance can have severe and life-threatening consequences, including the development of coma. This case report aims to identify whether the decrease of consciousness in patients is related to the condition of severe hypokalemia.

Keywords

hypokalemia; consciousness; severe hypokalemia.

Cite This Article

Herwanto, E. S., Hidayat, D. R. (2024). Decrease of Consciousness Due to Severe Hypokalemia: A Case Report. International Journal of Scientific Advances (IJSCIA), Volume 5| Issue 5: Sep-Oct 2024, Pages 972-975, URL: https://www.ijscia.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/10/Volume5-Issue5-Sep-Oct-No.674-972-975.pdf

Volume 5 | Issue 5: Sep-Oct 2024