Unaccustomed exertion and opiate consumption leading to acute renal failure in a healthy male

Authors

  • Monica Gupta Department of Medicine, Government Medical College and Hospital, Chandigarh, Punjab, India
  • Mandip Bhatia Department of Medicine, Government Medical College and Hospital, Chandigarh, Punjab, India

Keywords:

Rhabdomyolysis, Acute renal failure, Opium consumption

Abstract

A 38 year old male presented with stupor and acute renal failure (ARF) following opium consumption and a protracted excursion on foot to a holy shrine situated at altitude of 4329 m above sea level. The finding of dark colored urine, myoglobinuria and a markedly elevated serum creatinine phosphokinase level supported the diagnosis of rhabdomyolysis. The patient had a rapid and complete recovery following fluid resuscitation and haemodialysis.

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Published

2017-02-10

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Case Reports