Rhabdomyolysis: a review of clinical presentation, etiology, diagnosis, and management.
Pediatr Emerg Care
; 24(4): 262-8, 2008 Apr.
Article
in En
| MEDLINE
| ID: mdl-18418269
ABSTRACT
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.
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Collection:
01-internacional
Database:
MEDLINE
Main subject:
Rhabdomyolysis
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Diuretics, Osmotic
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Fluid Therapy
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Mannitol
Type of study:
Diagnostic_studies
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Etiology_studies
Limits:
Adolescent
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Child
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Female
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Humans
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Male
Language:
En
Journal:
Pediatr Emerg Care
Journal subject:
MEDICINA DE EMERGENCIA
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PEDIATRIA
Year:
2008
Document type:
Article
Affiliation country:
United States