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WEBNov 30, 2021 · Pulmonary toxicity is among the most serious adverse effects of amiodarone . Several forms of pulmonary disease occur among patients treated with amiodarone, including interstitial pneumonitis, eosinophilic pneumonia, organizing pneumonia, acute respiratory distress syndrome (ARDS), diffuse alveolar hemorrhage …WEBThe most serious of these is amiodarone pulmonary toxicity (APT). In the present review, we first summarize the clinical use and unique pharmacology of amiodarone, and then discuss the incidence, features and treatment of APT.WEBRecent reports have shown that PMX-DHP improves oxygenation in patients with acute exacerbation of idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis and drug-induced severe interstitial pneumonia. Here, we present a case study of a patient with severe APT treated with PMX-DHP with complete recovery.WEBNov 29, 2019 · Patients taking amiodarone can experience APT. They should perform a basal chest x-ray with LFTs before starting therapy. Monitoring could reveal early the pulmonary toxicity, and patients can respond favourably to the treatment.WEBCONCLUSIONS: Amiodorone-induced pulmonary toxicity has a favorable prognosis when diagnosed early. A high index of suspicion is required in patients who develop worsening respiratory symptoms. Without prompt diagnosis and treatment, progression to pulmonary fibrosis and respiratory failure can occur.WEBSep 26, 2022 · A possible rare side effect of amiodarone treatment is to develop a diffuse parenchymal lung disorder - amiodarone pulmonary toxicity (APT). There is no pathognomonic findings to diagnose APT.WEBRapid onset of amiodarone induced pulmonary toxicity after lung lobe resection - a case report and review of recent literature.WEBAmiodarone pulmonary toxicity can be fatal if not recognized and treated promptly. The more common presentation is with late pulmonary fibrosis. Earlier presentations with acute hypersensitivity pneumonitis are rare. Treatment with corticosteroids and discontinuation of amiodarone are mandatory. However, there are no controlled trials of efficacy.WEBOct 16, 2012 · Stopping amiodarone therapy is the treatment of choice. Despite a lack of controlled studies, experts suggest that corticosteroids may help patients with acute disease, hypoxemia and substantial involvement seen on imaging. 1 – 3 The prognosis is usually good in cases of chronic or subacute disease.WEBJan 17, 2012 · Amiodarone-induced pulmonary toxicity (AIPT) is one of the most serious adverse effects of amiodarone therapy and can be fatal. Therefore, vigilant monitoring is advised. Baseline chest radiograph and pulmonary function tests and follow-up chest films at 3-month intervals are advocated.WEBThe treatment of amiodarone pulmonary toxicity typically involves discontinuing the medication …. Pulmonary disease induced by cardiovascular drugs. …pleural effusion. The clinical presentation, pathogenesis, diagnosis, and treatment of amiodarone pulmonary toxicity are discussed separately.WEBThe pulmonary toxicity associated with amiodarone therapy is clinically complex and likely reflects underlying mechanisms of lung injury that result from direct toxic effects of the drug (or its metabolites) as well as indirect inflammatory and immunologic processes induced by the drug therapy .WEBTreatment of amiodarone pulmonary toxicity consists primarily of stopping amiodarone. Corticosteroid therapy can be life-saving for severe cases and for patients with less severe disease in whom withdrawal of amiodarone is not desirable.WEBAmiodarone pulmonary toxicity can present in various ways: pneumonia interstitial disease, respiratory distress or solitary pulmonary masses. Clinical scenarios are variable, the most common symptoms being dyspnea and dry cough, but symptoms can also include fever, weight loss, hemoptysis and chest pain aggravated by breathing …WEBOct 9, 2016 · Abstract. Introduction: Amiodarone is often used in the suppression of tachyarrhythmias. One of the more serious adverse effects includes amiodarone pulmonary toxicity (APT).WEBAmiodarone, a potent antiarrhythmic, is known to cause pulmonary toxicity. Chronic interstitial pneumonitis is the most common presentation and has been reported in up to 3%–5% of the patients on prolonged amiodarone therapy. [ 1] .WEBJun 12, 2022 · The mainstay of treatment is stopping amiodarone. Unfortunately, it takes many months to rid the body of amiodarone after the last dose. For most patients with the less severe forms of lung toxicity (IP, typical pneumonia, or a pulmonary mass), the lungs often eventually improve if the drug is stopped.WEBJan 1, 2020 · Among these, amiodarone-induced pulmonary toxicity (APT) occurs in 4–17% of cases and, if not early diagnosed and treated, may evolve towards pulmonary fibrosis and respiratory failure. A 76 years-old-man went to the hospital for accidental trauma.WEBJul 24, 2023 · While long-term contemporary use of amiodarone has generally been at lower doses (200 to 300 mg/day) than were historically used, even low doses may be associated with significant adverse effects, particularly pulmonary, thyroid, cardiac, skin, and ocular toxicities.WEBWe present a case of rapidly progressive acute pulmonary toxicity manifesting as ARDS that improved with steroid treatment. CASE PRESENTATION: A 61-year-old with COPD, biventricular heart failure with EF of 10%, and paroxysmal atrial fibrillation presents to the hospital with dyspnea and severe hypoxia at rest.WEBWe report the case of a patient who developed severe pulmonary toxicity leading to death after only 50 days of low-dose amiodarone therapy, despite withdrawal of amiodarone and the administration of corticosteroids.WEB5 days ago · Amiodarone, carvedilol, verapamil, and diltiazem may impede clearance, necessitating lower doses [107, 162]. While statins are generally well-tolerated, combining colchicine with atorvastatin has been linked to rare cases of rhabdomyolysis . Dose adjustments are recommended for patients with chronic kidney disease, liver disease, …WEB2 days ago · The main lung complications reported were pulmonary fibrosis and pneumonitis, with variable outcomes regarding improvement. In a 2009 literature review of 3463 patients with rheumatoid arthritis treated with MTX, 84 patients (2%) experienced some form of lung toxicity, with only 15 cases (0.4%) being attributed to MTX.WEBJun 8, 2012 · Abstract. A known complication of Amiodarone therapy is Amiodarone induced Pulmonary Toxicity (APT). Several features of this adverse effect make it difficult to diagnosis and treat. The case of a 63-year-old male with classic radiographic and histologic findings of APT is discussed.WEBJun 19, 2024 · Background Extended contact with silica particles can lead to Silicosis, a chronic lung condition lacking established treatment protocols or clear mechanisms of development. The urgency for innovative treatments arises from the unavailability of effective treatment methodologies. The origin of silica-induced pulmonary fibrosis …WEB3 days ago · As one of the most frequently detected bacteria in human infectious diseases [], S. aureus is closely related to the occurrence of lung infection, bacteremia, infective endocarditis, osteomyelitis, and many other inflammatory disorders [].The preferred treatment for S. aureus-related infection is β-lactam antibiotics [].However, antibiotic …
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