Neurourologic consequences of accidental intrathecal vincristine: a case report

Med Pediatr Oncol. 1995 Jan;24(1):61-2. doi: 10.1002/mpo.2950240114.

Abstract

Inadvertent intrathecal administration of vincristine results in severe neurotoxicity. Motor and sensory bladder dysfunction have been reported but the long-term urologic consequences are unknown due to the associated high mortality. We report a case of accidental intrathecal vincristine administration with patient survival and follow-up of 24 months. The child developed a lower motor neuron neuropathic bladder requiring intermittent self-catheterization of the bladder. Urinary tract management of these children should be based on the urodynamic findings.

Publication types

  • Case Reports

MeSH terms

  • Child
  • Humans
  • Injections, Spinal
  • Male
  • Medication Errors*
  • Urinary Bladder, Neurogenic / chemically induced*
  • Vincristine / toxicity*

Substances

  • Vincristine