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Rhabdomyolysis (cont.)

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What is the prognosis for rhabdomyolysis?

The overall prognosis of rhabdomyolysis is favorable as long as it is recognized and treated promptly. Most causes of rhabdomyolysis reversible. Severe cases of rhabdomyolysis may be associated with kidney damage and electrolyte imbalance and hospitalization and even dialysis can be required.

Rhabdomyolysis At A Glance

  • Rhabdomyolysis is the rapid destruction of skeletal muscle resulting in leakage into the urine of the muscle protein myoglobin.

  • Rhabdomyolysis has many causes.

  • Mediations can cause muscle injury and rhabdomyolysis.

  • Rhabdomyolysis can cause muscle pain and weakness.

  • Blood levels of muscle enzymes, including CPK, SGOT, SGPT, and LDH, as well as blood and urine myoglobin are used to diagnose and monitor rhabdomyolysis.

  • Hospitalization is sometimes required to treat rhabdomyolysis.

Last Editorial Review: 4/8/2009


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