Medknow Publications on behalf of the Indian Society of Critical Care Medicine
Abstract
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
