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Kidney Conditions

How Do Heat Injuries Cause Kidney Failure?

Published Aug,14 2017 | By Yvette LeFebvre, D.O.

Heat injuries are a significant cause of kidney failure. Heat injuries are generally grouped into two categories--classical heat stroke and exertional heat stroke. Of the two types, exertional heat stroke is more commonly associated with kidney failure.