RION (RADIATION INDUCED OPTIC NEUROPATHY)
Interesting article suggesting Rx for RION for Neuro-oncologists
Extracted Summary : -
Patient reports vision changes
URGENT ophthalmologic exam and brain MRI
If examination and brain MRI consistent with RION begin treatment immediately using:
- Methylprednisolone 1 g IV daily for 3 days
- Pentoxifylline 400 mg PO BID for 6-12 months
- Vitamin E 400 mg PO BID for 6-12 months
- Warfarin INR 2-2.5 for 6 months
Successful Treatment of Radiation-Induced Optic Neuropathy
Practical Rad Oncol. 2011 Jan 1;1(1):40-44, JA Weintraub, J Bennett, LE Gaspar
http://download.journals.elsevierhealth.com/pdfs/journals/1879-8500/PIIS1879850010000081.pdf
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