Publications by authors named "Barry R Gorlitsky"
Article Synopsis
- A 60-year-old male dialysis patient presented with altered mental status and hypertension, showing a significant lesion on his penis and receiving Acyclovir for a suspected HSV infection.
- Initial treatments for infection and hypertension did not improve his condition, leading to further investigation that considered Acyclovir toxicity due to improper dosing for his end-stage renal disease (ESRD).
- The case emphasizes the importance of recognizing acyclovir neurotoxicity in ESRD patients, detailing diagnostic and treatment approaches, necessary laboratory tests, and optimal dosing strategies to prevent toxicity.
