Anti-voltage-gated potassium channel antibody syndrome: A rare cause of hyponatremia in intensive care unit

Sulakshana Sulakshana, Shashi PrakashIndian Journal of Critical Care Medicine 2018 22(10):746-748Hyponatremia causing seizure is a common cause for admission in the critical care unit. Here, we describe a peculiar case of seizure due to hyponatremia, associated with anti-voltage-gated potassium channel antibody syndrome. This case emphasizes that how a proper workup can unveil unusual but potentially treatable causes of hyponatremia. The hallmark of this syndrome is that neurological symptoms may relapse or progress if the disorder is not recognized in time. This case report emphasizes the point that how a keen observation may decode subtle signs of the grave but potentially treatable pathologies.

Source: Indian Journal of Critical Care Medicine - October 17, 2018 Category: Intensive Care Authors: Sulakshana Sulakshana Shashi Prakash Source Type: research