#137 Hyperkalemia Master Class with Joel Topf MD

Master the management of hyperkalemia with tools, tips and tactics from @kidney_boy, Joel Topf MD, Chief of Nephrology @KashlakHospital. We cover: common causes of hyperkalemia; the U-shaped curve of potassium levels and mortality; albuterol nebs; how to safely use insulin; potassium binding resins and colonic necrosis; Does it make sense to give loop diuretics and fluids?; Should we be using fludrocortisone?; Plus, answers to all your questions about a high potassium diet and oral potassium supplements! Join us for Dr Topf’s masterful insights on hyperkalemia and potassium homeostasis.Full show notes available at http://thecurbsiders.com/podcast. Join our mailing list and receive a PDF copy of our show notes every Monday. Rate us on iTunes, recommend a guest or topic and give feedback at [email protected]. SponsorJoin us at ACP's Internal Medicine Meeting 2019 April 11-13th in Philadelphia, PA . We'll see you there! CreditsWritten and produced by: Matthew Watto, MDHosts: Matthew Watto MD, Paul Williams MD, Stuart Brigham MDInfographic: Matthew Watto MDEdited by: Matthew Watto MDGuest: Dr Joel Topf MD