- Causes, complications, and outcomes of rhabdomyolysis (N=58).
| Causes of rhabdomyolysis | n | % |
|---|---|---|
| Medication-induced | 26 | 44.8% |
| Statins | 13 | 22.4% |
| Recreational drugs | 9 | 15.5% |
| Antipsychotics | 4 | 6.9% |
| Strenuous exercise | 17 | 29.3% |
| Infection | 6 | 10.3% |
| Trauma | 5 | 8.6% |
| Seizure | 1 | 1.7% |
| Post-operative | 1 | 1.7% |
| Hypernatremia/dehydration | 1 | 1.7% |
| Unknown | 1 | 1.7% |
| Complications of rhabdomyolysis | ||
| Acute kidney injury | 19 | 32.8% |
| ICU admission | 10 | 17.2% |
| Acute liver failure | 5 | 8.6% |
| Need for dialysis | 3 | 5.2% |
| Compartment syndrome | 1 | 1.7% |
| Outcomes of rhabdomyolysis | ||
| Length of hospital stay | 5 (3-10.3) | |
| Death | 5 | 8.6% |
ICU; intensive care unit