title: Rhabdomyolysis: the hidden killer.
abstract: Rhabdomyolysis can strike anyone given the right circumstances. Combining vigorous exercise, drugs, and extreme heat puts one at risk. However, there are many causes for "rhabdo." With early recognition and treatment, a devastating outcome can be prevented. Education is the key!
authors.affiliation: University of Texas Health Science Center, School of Nursing/Acute Care Department, San Antonio, TX, USA. judycriner1@aol.com
authors.forename: Judy A
authors.initials: JA
authors.lastname: Criner
authors.forename: Mavis
authors.initials: M
authors.lastname: Appelt
authors.forename: Chantal
authors.initials: C
authors.lastname: Coker
authors.forename: Shirley
authors.initials: S
authors.lastname: Conrad
authors.forename: Jackie
authors.initials: J
authors.lastname: Holliday
mesh_terms: D000328:Adult; D000465:Algorithms; D006801:Humans; D008297:Male; D012206:Rhabdomyolysis / Q000175:diagnosis / Q000209:etiology* / Q000503:physiopathology* / Q000628:therapy; D012307:Risk Factors