Ifosfamide encephalopathy: a case report

Tumori. 2005 Mar-Apr;91(2):197-200. doi: 10.1177/030089160509100218.

Abstract

The aim of this short communication is to discuss the mechanism, modality and treatment of ifosfamide encephalopathy. We present the case of a 52-year-old woman treated with this alkylating agent who developed severe neurotoxicity. It was resolved with administration of Methylene blue, abundant intravenous hydration and interruption of ifosfamide.

Publication types

  • Case Reports

MeSH terms

  • Brain Diseases / chemically induced*
  • Brain Diseases / complications
  • Brain Diseases / drug therapy
  • Brain Diseases / therapy*
  • Electroencephalography
  • Female
  • Humans
  • Ifosfamide / adverse effects*
  • Ifosfamide / therapeutic use
  • Middle Aged
  • Sarcoma / complications
  • Sarcoma / drug therapy

Substances

  • Ifosfamide