Crush syndrome occurs as a result of crushing, prolonged compression and immobility, and excessive crushing of muscles can lead to death if fast and effective treatment is not applied.

WHAT ARE THE SYMPTOMS OF CRUSH SYNDROME?
Crush syndrome occurs when a large muscle mass is crushed or injured.

Movement disorders and swelling/tension may occur in the limbs that are trapped under the debris. A pulse may not be felt in this limb.

The person with crush syndrome may appear healthy when they emerge from the rubble. However, after a while, the crushed tissue proteins mix with the blood and the heart and lungs, especially the kidney, are affected by this situation.

The most striking symptom of Crush syndrome is the brownish color of the urine.

Fatigue, edema, low blood pressure can be seen. Shock is possible.

Vomiting may occur because the body chemistry is disturbed.

CRUSH SYNDROME TREATMENT
Advanced levels of Crush syndrome are known to cause kidney failure. For this reason, in Crush syndrome, the negative effect on the kidneys is tried to be reduced first. Early intervention is very important in treatment. 'First aid' is applied to the person who is pulled out from under the rubble.

The first method applied after the detection of crush syndrome is usually to increase the fluid ratio. Potassium value should be lowered. Treatment in crush syndrome should be carried out by specialists.