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What percentage of amiodarone-treated patients developed optic neuropathy in the study?
What percentage of amiodarone-treated patients developed optic neuropathy in the study?
What was the attributable risk percentage of amiodarone on optic neuropathy?
What was the attributable risk percentage of amiodarone on optic neuropathy?
Which demographic showed a 3-fold increased risk of developing optic neuropathy associated with amiodarone use?
Which demographic showed a 3-fold increased risk of developing optic neuropathy associated with amiodarone use?
Which gender was associated with a significant risk of amiodarone-associated optic neuropathy?
Which gender was associated with a significant risk of amiodarone-associated optic neuropathy?
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What factor did NOT show an association with increased risk of optic neuropathy among amiodarone-treated patients?
What factor did NOT show an association with increased risk of optic neuropathy among amiodarone-treated patients?
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What mechanism is suggested to influence the faster clearance of amiodarone in females compared to males?
What mechanism is suggested to influence the faster clearance of amiodarone in females compared to males?
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What substance was found in large volumes in the lamellar bodies of cornea epithelial cells of patients on amiodarone?
What substance was found in large volumes in the lamellar bodies of cornea epithelial cells of patients on amiodarone?
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What was the incidence difference of optic neuropathy between the amiodarone group and controls?
What was the incidence difference of optic neuropathy between the amiodarone group and controls?
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Which of the following mechanisms has been hypothesized to link amiodarone to optic neuropathy?
Which of the following mechanisms has been hypothesized to link amiodarone to optic neuropathy?
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What factor among females was significantly associated with optic neuropathy?
What factor among females was significantly associated with optic neuropathy?
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What aspect of amiodarone's pharmacokinetics is highlighted in the text that may contribute to its effects?
What aspect of amiodarone's pharmacokinetics is highlighted in the text that may contribute to its effects?
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What was an observed effect of stopping amiodarone on patients regarding optic neuropathy incidence?
What was an observed effect of stopping amiodarone on patients regarding optic neuropathy incidence?
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What challenges are mentioned when differentiating between amiodarone optic neuropathy and NAION?
What challenges are mentioned when differentiating between amiodarone optic neuropathy and NAION?
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What attribute of amiodarone and its metabolite increases the risk of accumulation in tissues?
What attribute of amiodarone and its metabolite increases the risk of accumulation in tissues?
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What is a potential effect of amiodarone that may contribute to optic neuropathy aside from lipid accumulation?
What is a potential effect of amiodarone that may contribute to optic neuropathy aside from lipid accumulation?
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What aspect of amiodarone metabolism is impacted by gender-related differences?
What aspect of amiodarone metabolism is impacted by gender-related differences?
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Study Notes
Amiodarone and Optic Neuropathy
- Amiodarone, a heart medication, significantly increases the risk of optic neuropathy compared to control patients who did not receive the medication.
- This risk is 3 times higher for males compared to females.
- Longer duration of amiodarone treatment is associated with a higher risk of optic neuropathy, but higher daily doses do not show the same effect.
- Amiodarone's effects on optic neuropathy are likely due to its lipid accumulation in the body, potentially interfering with axoplasmic flow.
- Amiodarone is metabolized by CYP3A4 and CYP2C8 in the liver and clearance is faster in females compared to males.
- Cancer among females is a significant risk factor for optic neuropathy.
- This study highlights the importance of communicating the potential risk of optic neuropathy to patients on amiodarone and the need for careful monitoring.
Key Findings
- Amiodarone treated patients have a 0.3% occurrence of optic neuropathy, compared to 0.1% in the control group.
- Male gender is associated with a 3-fold increased risk of developing optic neuropathy among amiodarone treated patients.
- Attributable risk of amiodarone on optic neuropathy is 0.2%.
- Cancer history is a significant factor associated with optic neuropathy in women.
Possible Mechanisms
- Amiodarone accumulates in tissues, potentially interfering with axoplasmic flow due to its lipophilic nature.
- Gender-specific differences in body mass, fat distribution, enzymatic activity, and hormonal stimuli may contribute to the observed difference in risk.
- Faster amiodarone clearance in females might explain the lower risk in this group.
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Description
This quiz delves into the relationship between amiodarone, a common heart medication, and its impact on the risk of optic neuropathy. Study findings highlight increased risks, gender differences, and the importance of patient monitoring. Understand the key factors and implications for treatment with amiodarone.
