A case of recurrent Rhabdomyolysis

First published May 2018, updated July 2022 Learning pointsIntroductionPossible causes of recurrent rhabdomyolysis in this patientComplications of rhabdomyolysis and management of an episode of rhabdomyolysisMuscular disorders associated with hypothyroidismReferences   Learning points Hypothyroidism can cause myopathy and rhabdomyolysis. One must be aware that rhabdomyolysis may develop in a non-compliant patient with hypothyroidism. Rhabdomyolysis is a potentially life threatening condition and requires careful management especially monitoring for renal failure, electrolyte disturbances, cardiac arrhythmias and coagulopathy. Introduction A 67-year-old Caucasian lady presented with recurrent episodes of inability to weight bear and falls. Each episode would evolve gradually with a prodrome of leg