[Heat stroke and fulminans hepatitis: is MARS system relevant?]

Ann Fr Anesth Reanim. 2005 Nov-Dec;24(11-12):1393-6. doi: 10.1016/j.annfar.2005.06.010. Epub 2005 Aug 11.
[Article in French]

Abstract

Exertional heat stroke (EHS) is a life-threatening condition caused by an extreme elevation in core body temperature. Acute liver failure has been reported during EHS justifying liver transplantation in some cases. The Molecular Adsorbent Recirculating System (MARS) could be indicated in such situations. We report a case of a 58-year old patient who suffered acute liver failure occurring after EHS. The patient was referred for liver transplantation and benefited of MARS therapy. After three sessions of MARS, liver function improved progressively and the transplantation was not necessary. The patient completely recovered.

Publication types

  • Case Reports
  • English Abstract

MeSH terms

  • Bilirubin / metabolism
  • Blood Cell Count
  • Creatinine / blood
  • Heat Stroke / complications
  • Heat Stroke / therapy*
  • Humans
  • Liver Failure, Acute / etiology
  • Liver Failure, Acute / therapy*
  • Liver Function Tests
  • Liver, Artificial*
  • Male
  • Middle Aged
  • Physical Exertion / physiology

Substances

  • Creatinine
  • Bilirubin