Cycloserine induced delirium during treatment of multi-drug resistant tuberculosis (MDR-TB)
Objective: To report about delirium related to Cycloserine. Method: Systematic assessment and management of a patient who developed delirium during the course of treatment for MDR-TB. Results: An association was found with the use of Cycloserine and development of delirium. The management of this ca...
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Published in: | The Egyptian journal of chest diseases and tuberculosis Vol. 64; no. 2; pp. 449 - 451 |
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Main Authors: | , , , , , , |
Format: | Journal Article |
Language: | English |
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Wolters Kluwer Medknow Publications
01-04-2015
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Summary: | Objective: To report about delirium related to Cycloserine. Method: Systematic assessment and management of a patient who developed delirium during the course of treatment for MDR-TB. Results: An association was found with the use of Cycloserine and development of delirium. The management of this case is described. Conclusion: Patients with MDR-TB receiving Cycloserine should be closely monitored for neuropsychiatric side effects for early recognition and treatment. |
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ISSN: | 0422-7638 |
DOI: | 10.1016/j.ejcdt.2014.11.032 |