Indian pediatrics
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To examine occurrence of hyponatremia in critically ill children receiving conventional maintenance fluids (0.18% saline in 5% dextrose) and its relationship with electrolyte free water (EFW), sodium intake and natriuresis. ⋯ Fluid and sodium balance, magnitude of natriuresis and EFW intake alone did not explain occurrence of hyponatremia in critically ill children; contribution of other mechanisms needs to be studied.