observational
    2006
    High Quality

    Mild chronic hyponatremia is associated with falls, unsteadiness, and attention deficits

    Renneboog B, Musch W, Vandemergel X

    Published in The American Journal of Medicine

    Methodology

    Case-control and prospective gait/attention testing in patients with mild chronic hyponatraemia.

    Key Findings

    Mildly low sodium was associated with attention deficits and gait instability comparable to alcohol intoxication, improving after correction.

    Conclusions

    Electrolyte disturbance is a reversible cause of confusion and unsteadiness.

    Limitations

    Observational; small correction subgroup.

    Outcomes Measured

    Electrolyte Balance

    Mildly low sodium was associated with attention deficits and gait instability comparable to alcohol intoxication.

    Related Health Concerns

    Confusion
    Coordination Issues
    Hyponatremia

    Study Details

    Year:2006
    Sample Size:122
    Quality Score:7/10

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