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. 2018 Oct 26:19:1272-1278.
doi: 10.12659/AJCR.911602.

Rhabdomyolysis with Peripheral Neuropathy: A Case Series and Literature Review

Yoo Jin Lee  1 , Sihyung Park  1 , Yang Wook Kim  1 , Kang Min Park  2 , Il Hwan Kim  1 , Jin Han Park  1 , Byeong Ju Lee  3 , Bong Soo Park  1
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Rhabdomyolysis with Peripheral Neuropathy: A Case Series and Literature Review

Yoo Jin Lee et al. Am J Case Rep. .

Abstract

BACKGROUND Rhabdomyolysis is a syndrome characterized by muscle necrosis and secretion of intracellular muscle components into the blood circulation. Acute compartment syndrome is a potential complication of severe rhabdomyolysis. CASE REPORT We report 3 cases of compartment syndrome-related peripheral neuropathy in alcoholic individuals with rhabdomyolysis. All patients were confirmed to have peripheral neuropathy by electrophysiologic studies. CONCLUSIONS Patients with underlying metabolic abnormalities, such as those related to long-term alcoholism, should be aware that rhabdomyolysis is likely to cause neurological abnormalities.

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Figures

Figure 1.
Figure 1.
There was diffuse mild uptake along both gluteal muscles around the pelvic bone.
Figure 2.
Figure 2.
There was diffusely increased soft-tissue uptake at the right neck, shoulder, and upper arm, suggesting muscle injury.
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