Vinca alkaloids induced neuropathy

Written and reviewed by Dr Ibrahim Imam, Consultant Neurologist. Last reviewed .

Vinca alkaloids induced neuropathy. This develops within 3 months of starting treatment. Fully referenced neurology checklist.

Onset and risks

  • This develops within 3 months of starting treatment
  • It is worst with Vincristine and Vindesine

Peripheral neuropathy

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Mononeuropathies

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References

  1. Windebank AJ, Grisold W. Chemotherapy-induced neuropathy. J Peripher Nerv Syst 2008; 13:27-46.
  2. Ropper AH, Brown RH. Principles of Neurology Eighth edition. McGraw Hill New York 2005 p1133.

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