What causes renal failure after electrical burns in children?
A)Cytokines are released after the damaged tissue.
B)Immature kidneys are unable to compensate for the electrical burn.
C)Cardiac output is reduced.
D)Myoglobin is released from damaged muscles.

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The release of myoglobin may occlude the kidney tubules and result in renal failure. Renal failure after electrical burns is not related to cytokine release or immature kidneys. While severely decreased cardiac output as in cardiogenic shock can affect the kidneys due to poor perfusion, this is not related directly to electrical burns.

What Causes Renal Failure After Electrical Burns in Children