| Autor: |
Palkar, Amit H., Gopinathan Nair, Akshay, Desai, Roshani J., Potdar, Nayana A., Shinde, Chhaya A. |
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Journal of Pediatric Ophthalmology & Strabismus; 7/7/2015, Vol. 52, pe34-e37, 4p, 2 Color Photographs |
| Abstrakt: |
Vincristine is used in the treatment of leukemias, solid tumors, and lymphomas. A case of a 2-year-old boy undergoing treatment for leukemia who developed sudden onset bilateral ptosis and ophthalmoplegia along with generalized neuropathy due to vincristine's neurotoxic effects is presented. He was successfully treated with pyridoxine and pyridostigmine. The possible mechanisms of action and the treatment for vincristine-induced neuropathy are discussed. Prompt treatment and close follow-up is needed, especially in children because prolonged ptosis and motility restriction may have a profound effect on a child's visual function. [J Pediatr Ophthalmol Strabismus. 2015;52:e34-e37.] [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR] |
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Complementary Index |
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