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Case reportThe Journal of international medical research · 2026

Probable linezolid-associated bilateral toxic optic neuropathy after prolonged therapy: A case report.

Si-Yu Chang, Chun-Xia Zhang, Yue Cong, Xu Li
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Long-term unsupervised linezolid use linked to optic nerve damage in both eyes.

Probable linezolid-associated bilateral toxic optic neuropathy after prolonged therapy: A case report.

Si-Yu Chang … Xu Li
The Journal of international medical research · 2026
Background

A woman in her 30s was administered linezolid treatment for pneumonia.

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Results
9
months
self-treatment lasted this long before eye damage appeared
More results

Visual field testing indicated the presence of central scotomas in both eyes.

Visual evoked potentials testing showed reduced amplitudes in both eyes.

After discontinuing linezolid, the patient's visual function gradually improved.

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Conclusion

This case suggests that close monitoring of visual function and neurological symptoms in patients receiving linezolid treatment is crucial, and early identification of relevant abnormalities and timely discontinuation of the drug can effectively improve patient prognosis.

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