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Figure 5. Algorithm of hypokalemia management^[48,129-139]. In the case of hypokalemia, it is useful to consider oral or intravenous supplementation based on the degree and symptoms. It is always useful to associate the identification and correction of the underlying cause. For a correct differential diagnosis, it is essential to evaluate UK and UCr. UK: urinary potassium; Ucr: urinary creatinine