Multiple Organ Dysfunction Syndrome Secondary to Multiple Wasp Stings: A Case Report Multiple Organ Dysfunction Syndrome and Wasp Stings
Journal of Pediatric Nephrology,
Vol. 12 No. 1 (2024),
10 April 2025
https://doi.org/10.22037/jpn.v12i1.44425
Abstract
Background and Aim: Wasp stings can cause life-threatening conditions if not promptly
managed. Symptoms can vary from local reactions to severe multi-organ dysfunction, such
as acute kidney injury (AKI), acute liver failure (ALF), rhabdomyolysis, pulmonary edema,
respiratory failure, hematological and neurological involvement, and even death. Emergency
interventions are often needed. The purpose of this report was to increase awareness among
clinicians about possible complications of wasp stings in order to provide early detection and
proper management.
Case Presentation: A six-year-old girl had been suffering from multiple wasp stings. She
was diagnosed with multiple organ dysfunction syndrome (MODS), including hemolysis,
AKI, liver injury, and respiratory failure. She was managed with renal replacement therapy
and was ultimately discharged with normal renal function.
Conclusion: Children with multiple wasp stings should be referred earlier for the initiation of
proper management to improve the outcomes.
- Multiple organ dysfunction syndrome
- Rhabdomyolysis
- Venoms
- acute kidney injury
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