Syndrome of inappropriate secretion of antidiuretic hormone (siadh)
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The syndrome of inappropriate secretion of antidiuretic hormone develops when too much antidiuretic hormone (vasopressin ) is released by the pituitary gland under certain inappropriate conditions, causing the body to retain fluid and lower the blood sodium level by dilution.
(See also Overview of Electrolytes and Overview of Sodium
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