Examination of Neurological Deficits Due to Chemotherapy in a Patient with Nasopharyngeal Tumor
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https://doi.org/10.5281/zenodo.13354456Keywords:
Nasopharyngeal carcinoma, Cancer, Side Effect, DisabilityAbstract
Nasopharyngeal carcinoma is a complex type of cancer, particularly associated with Epstein-Barr virus infection. In studies conducted in Turkey, this rare cancer typically involves a complex and challenging treatment process. However, this treatment process can sometimes encounter unexpected difficulties.
In this article, the neurological conditions experienced by a 62-year-old female patient during the treatment of nasopharyngeal cancer are examined. The patient's restricted iris movement during treatment and subsequent weakness in the right arm and leg illustrate the complexity of the treatment's side effects. Imaging studies revealed serious issues such as brain edema and myelin damage. Additionally, changes in blood clotting ability due to chemotherapy were found to worsen the patient's condition.
In conclusion, this article provides an important perspective on the unexpected challenges patients may face during cancer treatment and the impact of these challenges on the treatment process. It emphasizes the necessity of a multidisciplinary approach to better understand and manage patients' treatment processes.
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