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Published on: November 25, 2013
Myoglobinuria
1Department of Neurology, University of Minnesota Medical School, Minneapolis, MN 55415, USA. david019@tc.umn.edu
Abstract:
Myoglobinuria refers to an abnormal pathologic state in which an excessive amount of myoglobin is found in the urine, imparting a cola-like hue, usually in association with myonecrosis and a clinical picture of weakness, myalgias, and edema. Myoglobinuria is produced by multiple causes: any condition that accelerates the use or interferes with the availability of oxygen or energy substrates to muscle cells can result in myoglobinuria, as can events that produce direct muscle injury, either mechanical or chemical. Acute renal failure is the most serious complication, which can be prevented by prompt, aggressive treatment. In patients surviving acute attacks, recovery of muscle and renal function is usually complete.
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