Rhabdomyolysis: a review of clinical presentation, etiology, diagnosis, and management.
Rhabdomyolysis is a condition that results from many underlying etiologies and can present in a myriad of ways to the emergency physician. However, some clinical and laboratory features are almost always present and, if noted, can help in making the diagnosis. This review article will focus on the presenting symptoms, the various etiologies, the underlying mechanisms, and the current management of pediatric rhabdomyolysis.
Luck
Raemma Paredes
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Division of Emergency Medicine, Temple University Children's Medical Center, Philadelphia, PA 19140, USA. Raemma.Luck@tuhs.temple.edu
Verbin
Sandi
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D000293:Adolescent; D002648:Child; D004234:Diuretics, Osmotic / Q000008:administration & dosage / Q000627:therapeutic use*; D005260:Female; D005440:Fluid Therapy / Q000379:methods*; D006801:Humans; D008297:Male; D008353:Mannitol / Q000008:administration & dosage / Q000627:therapeutic use*; D012206:Rhabdomyolysis / Q000209:etiology / Q000503:physiopathology / Q000628:therapy
D004234:Diuretics, Osmotic; D008353:Mannitol