Silent electrolyte imbalance unmasked by paralysis: a case of hypokalemia in a middle-aged woman

Key Points

• Hypokalemia emerged in a middle-aged woman presenting with paralysis, indicating severe electrolyte imbalance.
• The woman's potassium levels were critically low, measured at 2.5 mEq/L, revealing life-threatening conditions.
• Assessment involved clinical evaluation and biochemical analysis to identify electrolyte disturbance.
• Calls for increased awareness of silent electrolyte imbalances during paralysis; further exploration needed.