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Is Severe and Long-lasting Linezolid-induced Optic Neuropathy Reversible?

Linezolid is a useful drug for treating drug-resistant tuberculosis. However, the associated toxicities, especially optic neuritis, are a major obstacle for its long-term use. We recently experienced a case of severe optic and peripheral neuropathy during the treatment of multidrug-resistant tubercu...

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Autores principales: Lee, Seul, Kang, Bo Hyoung, Ryu, Won Yeol, Um, Soo Jung, Roh, Mee Sook, Son, Choonhee
Formato: Online Artículo Texto
Lenguaje:English
Publicado: The Japanese Society of Internal Medicine 2018
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Acceso en línea:https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC6355426/
https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/30101940
http://dx.doi.org/10.2169/internalmedicine.1344-18