Variety of Causes Can Be at Root of Rhabdomyolysis October 21, 2011 Dear Mayo Clinic: What is rhabdomyolysis? How common is this condition, and who’s at risk for getting it? Answer: Rhabdomyolysis is a rare condition in which muscle cells break down and release a substance into the blood that can lead to kidney failure. … Continue reading Variety of Causes Can Be at Root of Rhabdomyolysis