Use of high-dose ganciclovir for a resistant cytomegalovirus infection due to UL97 mutation

Transpl Infect Dis. 2008 Apr;10(2):129-32. doi: 10.1111/j.1399-3062.2007.00249.x. Epub 2007 Jul 1.

Abstract

Cytomegalovirus (CMV) infection is a major complication following solid organ transplantation resulting in significant morbidity and mortality. The guidelines published in 2004 have recommendations for therapy; however, the frequency of resistant CMV infection is increasing and therapy is not clearly defined. There are a few alternatives to ganciclovir such as foscarnet, cidofovir, and leflunomide; however, their use is limited by adverse effects. This report summarizes the successful use of high-dose ganciclovir for the treatment of a resistant CMV caused by UL97 mutation.

Publication types

  • Case Reports

MeSH terms

  • Antiviral Agents / therapeutic use*
  • Cytomegalovirus / drug effects*
  • Cytomegalovirus / genetics
  • Cytomegalovirus Infections / drug therapy*
  • Dose-Response Relationship, Drug
  • Drug Resistance, Viral / genetics
  • Ganciclovir / therapeutic use*
  • Humans
  • Kidney Transplantation / adverse effects
  • Male
  • Middle Aged
  • Mutation
  • Phosphotransferases (Alcohol Group Acceptor) / genetics*
  • Treatment Outcome

Substances

  • Antiviral Agents
  • Phosphotransferases (Alcohol Group Acceptor)
  • ganciclovir kinase
  • Ganciclovir