Rhabdomyolysis due to hair dye poisoning: An emerging threat

Rhabdomyolysis can be caused by a variety of physical,chemical, metabolic, infective and toxic causes. We present two patients who developed rhabdomyolysis after consumption of hairdye containing paraphenylene diamine. Both of them developed renal, liver and respiratory failure requiring renal repla...

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Published in:Indian journal of critical care medicine 2007-10, Vol.11 (4), p.212-214
Main Authors: Sampathkumar, Krishnaswamy, Sooraj, Yesudas, Ajeshkumar, Rajappannair, Mahaldar, Amol, Muthiah, Ramakrishnan
Format: Article
Language:English
Subjects:
Care and treatment
Complications and side effects
Diagnosis
Hair dyes
Kidney failure
Rhabdomyolysis
Risk factors
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Summary:Rhabdomyolysis can be caused by a variety of physical,chemical, metabolic, infective and toxic causes. We present two patients who developed rhabdomyolysis after consumption of hairdye containing paraphenylene diamine. Both of them developed renal, liver and respiratory failure requiring renal replacement. We were able to save one patient whereas the other died. Intentional hair dye poisoning is an emerging threat. Early recognition of the complications and prompt treatment is necessary for a successful outcome.
ISSN:0972-5229
1998-359X
DOI:10.4103/0972-5229.37717