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From: Hypomagnesemia in intestinal lymphangiectasia: a case report and review of the literature

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Treatment and changes in electrolytes. A medium chain triglyceride diet and mineral supplements were given to restore the electrolyte balance. Potassium chloride, calcium carbonate, and calcitriol were given from Day 0, and a medium chain triglyceride diet, intravenous magnesium sulfate, and intravenous sodium glycerophosphate were given from Day 3. From Day 6, magnesium sulfate was given orally. The electrolyte status gradually improved. KCl, potassium chloride; CaCO3, calcium carbonate; MgSO4, magnesium sulfate; MCT, medium chain triglyceride; g, gram; IV, intravenous drip; po, orally; qd, once daily; tid, three times a day

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