HYPOMAGNESEMIA AND PROLONGED HOSPITAL STAY: A CASE REPORT AND LITERATURE REVIEW

Hypomagnesemia is a common finding in hospitalized patients mostly overlooked and rarely given as much attention as other electrolyte disturbances. This case report and literature review highlight how hypomagnesemia is common in patients who have a prolonged hospital stay. in addition, we highlight the multiple causes of hypomagnesemia and discuss them further with a literature review.