A Rare Case of Statin-Induced Rhabdomyolysis With Severe Acute Kidney Injury After a Decade of Therapy.

Cardiovascular diseases are a major global health concern, with statin therapy playing a significant role in primary and secondary prevention. Statin-associated muscle symptoms typically occur early in treatment, but severe rhabdomyolysis is a rare complication. We present an unprecedented case of a patient who developed severe rhabdomyolysis with acute kidney injury after 10 years of uninterrupted statin therapy.

The Evolution and Ethical Implication of The Physician's Pledge: A Guide for Medical Practitioners.

Healthcare started as a one-man business where only the doctor received, reviewed, diagnosed, prescribed, dispensed the treatment, and nursed the patient. There was no regulation, and hence society relied solely on the doctor's morals for appropriate treatment, professional handling of patients, and confidentiality. The doctor was highly regarded in society and was close to royalty.