Rhabdomyolysis following acute alcohol intoxication.
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چکیده
The case of a fit young man who developed rhabdomyolysis after a short period of immobilization following acute alcohol intoxication is described. Rhabdomyolysis should be considered in an intoxicated patient presenting with muscle tenderness, particularly after immobilization.
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ورودعنوان ژورنال:
- Journal of accident & emergency medicine
دوره 12 2 شماره
صفحات -
تاریخ انتشار 1995