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Sebastian Ørskov Abrahamsen1, Maiken Stilling
1Department of Orthopedic, Regionshospitalet Randers, Randers, Denmark. sebastianabrahamsen@hotmail.com
Abstract:
Rhabdomyolysis is a potentially life-threatening condition to be considered when muscular damage is suspected. We present a case of a 39-year-old woman who developed rhabdomyolysis after prolonged circulatory insufficiency to the legs, leading to life-threatening complications including bilateral tibial compartment syndrome, acute kidney failure, hyperkalaemia with cardiac arrhythmia and finally lifesaving bilateral transfemoral amputation. This case emphasises that early diagnosis, removal of triggering factor, early and aggressive fluid therapy and treatment and prevention of complications are essential for the patient's morbidity and mortality.
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