Intraoperative and postoperative hyponatremia with craniosynostosis surgery

Summary Background: An alarming incidence of significant intraoperative hyponatremia during major pediatric craniofacial surgery has recently been reported, the mechanism of which is unclear. Aims: To establish the incidence and severity of hyponatremia occurring during and after major craniofacial surgery for craniosynostosis in our institution and identify any associated risk factors. Methods: Retrospective review of case notes and blood test...