Recurrent rhabdomyolysis and myoglobinuric acute renal failure in a patient with polymyositis

Abstract

In summary, the diagnosis of polymyositis (or dermaomyositis) must be considered in any patient with recurrent and non-traumatic rhabdomyolysis-induced ARF. Scrupulous attention to renal function and aggressive use of immunotheraphy are mandatory to preven acute renal failure and morbidity in these patients. © The Author [2005]. Published by Oxford University Press on behalf of ERA-EDTA. All rights reserved.