Angiotensin converting enzyme inhibitor induced hyperkalaemic paralysis.
case_report · Level V
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Abstract
Secondary hyperkalaemic paralysis is a rare condition often mimicking the Guillain-Barré syndrome. There have been a few case reports of hyperkalaemia caused by renal failure, trauma, and drugs where the presentation has been with muscle weakness. A case of hyperkalaemic paralysis caused by an angiotensin converting enzyme inhibitor is reported.
Medical subject headings
- Angiotensin-Converting Enzyme Inhibitors
- Enalapril
- Hyperkalemia
- Paralysis