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Osmotic Demyelination Syndrome in Rapid Sodium Correction

Quick fact

Osmotic demyelination syndrome is more likely when sodium is corrected by more than 8-10 mEq/L in 24 hours. Even a seemingly moderate overcorrection can lead to severe, often irreversible, neurological damage.

Why this is interesting

You probably know that low sodium is dangerous, but did you know that fixing it too quickly can cause permanent brain damage? How can a life-saving treatment turn into a disabling disaster?