Surveillance for rhabdomyolysis after the consumption of crayfish in Wuhan, China, 2016-2022.

ABSTRACT:

Objectives

To analyze the epidemiological characteristics and etiology of crayfish-related rhabdomyolysis.

Methods

Cases of crayfish-related rhabdomyolysis in Wuhan were monitored, and professional training of city's surveillance personnel was conducted. Unified questionnaires were used to collect data.

Results

The first case of crayfish-related rhabdomyolysis occurred on July 12, 2016. Subsequently, 423 patients were reported over the next 7 years, with muscle pain, weakness, and chest distress as main symptoms. In total, 64.54% (273/423) of patients were females, and young adults (aged 20-49 years) account for 86.22% (363/423) of patients. The primary clinical presentations were muscle pain, muscle weakness, and chest discomfort. The median incubation time was 6 h.

SUBMITTER: Wu Y 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC11099252 | biostudies-literature | 2024

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature