Table 3.
Precipitating Factors |
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Gastrointestinal hemorrhage |
Transfusion of stored blood |
High-protein diet |
Constipation |
Hypokalemia |
Hyponatremia |
Metabolic Alkalosis |
Dehydration |
Infection |
Sepsis |
Various Drugs (e.g., diuretics, opioids) |
Non-compliance with medical treatment |