Bilateral Optic Neuropathy Secondary to Prolonged Linezolid Use in XDR-TB Patient
Journal Title: Scholars Journal of Medical Case Reports - Year 2015, Vol 3, Issue 8
Abstract
Abstract: We report a case of bilateral painless progressive loss of vision associated with prolonged linezolid use. A 22 year old male patient with extensive drug resistant tuberculosis (XDR-TB), who was on treatment with multiple second line anti-tubercular drugs including linezolid for the past 3 months started developing progressive painless loss of vision in both the eyes over a period of 10days. Discontinuation of linezolid resulted in complete resolution of visual symptoms within a month. Our report emphasizes the need for monitoring of visual function in patients on long-term linezolid treatment. Keywords: Linezolid, optic neuropathy, XDR- TB.
Authors and Affiliations
Dr. Jai D. Parekh, Dr. Rohit R. Dargad, Dr. Ramesh R. Dargad
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