Comparison of rhabdomyolysis in acutely intoxicated patients with psychotropic and chemical substances.

Rhabdomyolysis is characterized by a muscle injury that leads to the release of intracellular muscle contents/constituents into the systemic circulation.

The Effect of Treatment on Short-Term Outcomes in Elderly Patients with Acute Kidney Injury.

Background: Elderly population (≥ 65) are more prone to develop acute kidney injury (AKI) compared to younger, also elderly with AKI have an increased requirement for dialysis treatment and an elevated risk of short-term and long-term mortality.

Aim: The objectives of this study were to examine the effect of treatment of short-term outcomes and mortality in elderly patients with AKI.

Material And Methods: Seventy elderly AKI patients, that filled one of the criteria of AKI definition and had hospitalization over 24 hours, were enrolled in the study.

Multi-System Complications after Intravenous Cocaine Abuse.

Background: Use and abuse of cocaine are associated with numerous adverse effects, independent of the route of administration. More severe conditions of poisoning, however, are observed after cocaine intravenous administration.

Aim: We present a case of severe poisoning after violent intravenous injection of cocaine, but with a good outcome.