Pediatric Covid-19-Accossiated Rhabdomyolysis

Background: The presence of rhabdomyolysis secondary to various etiologies has been reported, predominantly viral infections such as influenzas. It is well known that COVID-19 can include a large array of symptoms during infection, and there have been a few reported cases of COVID-19-associated rhabdomyolysis.
Methods: We report a 10-year-old boy who presented with fever, some dry cough, myalgias, and painful walking. COVID-19 PCR was positive. His initial creatinine kinase (CK) level was 8000 U/L. He was treated with isotonic intravenous fluids because of rhabdomyolysis.
Results: Myalgia and weakness are common symptoms of COVID-19, but clinicians should be aware that rhabdomyolysis may also occur, particularly when patients report focal muscle pain and weakness.
Conclusion: Pediatric clinicians should be aware of this complication related to the novel coronavirus 2019. Prompt recognition and appropriate treatment improve patients’ outcomes.