Gentamicin-Induced Nephrotoxicity in a Patient with Alcoholic Liver Cirrhosis
Journal Title: Saudi Journal of Medical and Pharmaceutical Sciences - Year 2017, Vol 3, Issue 11
Abstract
Abstract:Gentamicin remains a first line therapy for many severe infections. Its use is associated with a low rate of resistance; moreover, it is inexpensive. Data from medical literature reveal an increase in the incidence of acute renal failure associated with the use of aminoglycosides antibiotics. Presented is a case or a 41-year-old male with a history of liver cirrhosis who developed acute renal failure one week after initiating gentamicin therapy for the management of cellulitis. Keywords:Aminoglycosides, Gentamicin, Acute renal failure, alcoholic cirrhosis
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Jawahir Al Zayani
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