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    This study presents a 10-year experience with ethambutol for renal tuberculosis. The oral regimen, including ethambutol, isoniazid, cycloserine, and pyridoxine, proved successful and well-accepted, with no recurrences.

    Area of Science:

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    • Infectious Diseases
    • Pharmacology

    Background:

    • Renal tuberculosis (kidney TB) requires effective long-term treatment.
    • Ethambutol is a key component in treating tuberculosis but requires careful monitoring.

    Purpose of the Study:

    • To evaluate a 10-year experience with an ethambutol-based regimen for renal tuberculosis.
    • To assess the efficacy, safety, and patient acceptance of the treatment.

    Main Methods:

    • Retrospective analysis of patients treated with a specific ethambutol regimen over 10 years.
    • The regimen included ethambutol, isoniazid, cycloserine, and pyridoxine, administered as a single daily oral dose.
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    • The ethambutol regimen demonstrated success in treating renal tuberculosis over a decade.
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    • Potential side effect of optic nerve atrophy with ethambutol necessitates caution.

    Conclusions:

    • The presented ethambutol, isoniazid, cycloserine, and pyridoxine regimen is effective and well-tolerated for renal tuberculosis.
    • This regimen can be considered a first-choice option for treating renal tuberculosis.
    • Continued vigilance for ethambutol's potential ocular side effects is essential.