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Kalyne Gabrielle Caetano Ferreira1, João Hugo Abdalla Santos1, Geovana Ribeiro Pinheiro1
1Hospital Adventista de Manaus, Manaus, Brazil.
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This study presents a rare case of rhabdomyolysis caused by Orthobunyavirus oropoucheense in a 21-year-old male patient in the Amazon region. The diagnosis was confirmed by the reverse transcription polymerase chain reaction test. Neutropenia, thrombocytopenia, and hepatitis were also identified by laboratory tests, demonstrating the clinical relevance as they are alterations with potential severity. The patient's good recovery is noteworthy, with only simple analgesia and intravenous hydration. The case highlights the need for better clarification regarding the pathophysiology of this distinct arbovirus.
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