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This article reviews physiologic and pathophysiologic changes in the metabolism of water, sodium, and potassium in elderly individuals. In each case, these changes are related to common clinical syndromes, and areas that are ripe for clinical investigation are highlighted.
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Beck, L.H. (2000). Fluid and Electrolyte Balance in the Elderly. In: Oreopoulos, D.G., Hazzard, W.R., Luke, R. (eds) Nephrology and Geriatrics Integrated. Springer, Dordrecht. https://doi.org/10.1007/978-94-011-4088-1_6
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