In:
Journal of Neurosurgery, Journal of Neurosurgery Publishing Group (JNSPG), Vol. 82, No. 6 ( 1995-06), p. 1068-1070
Abstract:
✓ A 38-year-old man receiving cyclosporine A after bilateral lung transplantation for cystic fibrosis presented with cortical blindness, generalized seizures, and cerebellar edema. Progressive brainstem compression necessitated emergency posterior fossa decompression. Replacement of cyclosporine A with an alternative immunosuppressive agent, FK506, was followed by rapid neurological recovery and dramatic resolution of radiographic abnormalities. The etiology, clinical features, and radiographic findings of cyclosporine A neurotoxicity are discussed. The pertinent literature is reviewed.
Type of Medium:
Online Resource
ISSN:
0022-3085
DOI:
10.3171/jns.1995.82.6.1068
Language:
Unknown
Publisher:
Journal of Neurosurgery Publishing Group (JNSPG)
Publication Date:
1995
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2026156-1