[The prevention of crush syndrome related medical problems after earthquake]

Zhonghua Nei Ke Za Zhi. 2008 Sep;47(9):711-4.
[Article in Chinese]

Abstract

Crush syndrome in patients rescued from earthquake is a complex clinical syndrome with many medical conditions. The most common complications are hyperkalemia, acute kidney injury, shock, infection, ARDS, malnutrition and multiorgan dysfunction. Managing these critical issues appropriately is essential for effective treatment of the crush syndrome.

Publication types

  • English Abstract

MeSH terms

  • Acute Kidney Injury / prevention & control
  • Compartment Syndromes / prevention & control
  • Crush Syndrome / prevention & control*
  • Disasters
  • Earthquakes
  • Humans
  • Multiple Trauma / prevention & control