Theophylline toxicity causing rhabdomyolysis and acute compartment syndrome |
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| Authors: | O. G. Titley N. Williams |
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| Affiliation: | (1) Department of Surgery, Leicester Royal Infirmary, LE1 5WW Leicester, UK |
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| Abstract: | A case of acute compartment syndrome is described in a young man as a result of theophylline toxicity. Profound hypokalaemia and grand mal seizures are considered as potential causes of rhabdomyolysis and the subsequent development of compartment syndrome. |
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| Keywords: | Theophylline Toxicity Compartment syndrome |
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