A case of acute renal failure and compartment syndrome after an alcoholic binge.
J Accid Emerg Med
; 16(4): 296-8, 1999 Jul.
Article
in En
| MEDLINE
| ID: mdl-10417945
ABSTRACT
A 25 year old man presented with anuria and bilateral leg pain two days after an alcoholic binge. He subsequently developed rhabdomyolysis causing acute renal failure, with compartment syndrome of both lower legs. This required urgent dialysis and fasciotomy respectively within six hours of admission. He remained dialysis dependent for three weeks and only after four months was he able to weight bear on both legs. Alcohol is a leading cause of rhabdomyolysis. Early recognition and prompt treatment is essential to prevent serious complications.
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Collection:
01-internacional
Database:
MEDLINE
Main subject:
Rhabdomyolysis
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Compartment Syndromes
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Alcoholic Intoxication
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Acute Kidney Injury
Type of study:
Diagnostic_studies
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Observational_studies
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Prognostic_studies
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Risk_factors_studies
Limits:
Adult
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Humans
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Male
Language:
En
Journal:
J Accid Emerg Med
Journal subject:
MEDICINA DE EMERGENCIA
Year:
1999
Document type:
Article