MDMA(“Ecstasy”) abuse leading to delayed onset rhabdomyolysis: A case report and literature review

Abstract

Key Clinical Message MDMA and cocaine can result in acute onset rhabdomyolysis. However, delayed onset rhabdomyolysis and its pathophysiology is of concern Early therapeutic intervention improves prognosis. Such cases should be promptly referred and managed in centers equipped with critical care and renal replacement therapy.

Keywords

• AKI
• creatine kinase
• MDMA
• rhabdomyolysis