Hypomagnesemia physical examination

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Physical examination

Neuromuscular

• Tremors
• Tetany, including positive Trousseau and Chvostek signs, muscle spasms, muscle cramps
• Seizures
• Vertical nystagmus
• Apathy
• Delirium
• Coma

Cardiovascular

• Electrocardiogram changes, including widening of the QRS complex, peaked T waves, prolongation of the PR interval
• Atrial and ventricular premature systoles
• Atrial fibrillation
• Ventricular arrhythmias, including torsades de pointes
• Cardiac ischemia

Electrolyte and Hormone Abnormalities

• Hypocalcemia
• Hypoparathyroidism
• Hypokalemia