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Hyperphosphatemia

Anesthesia Implications

Clinically reviewed by anesthesia providers · Updated

Renal DysfunctionRenal AbnormalitiesUnstable ElectrolytesOptimize ElectrolytesHyperkalemiaArrhythmiasSeizuresHypotensionHypertensionReduced Cardiac OutputHyperphosphatemiaHypocalcemiaLaryngospasm Risk

Pathophysiology

Normal adult plasma inorganic phosphate is 2.5 to 4.5 mg/dL; above 4.5 mg/dL is hyperphosphatemia. Children run higher, 4 to 7 mg/dL. Phosphate is predominantly an intracellular anion, with 85% of...

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