[Cyclosporine-induced gingival hyperplasia: report of one case]

Rev Med Chil. 2007 Mar;135(3):370-4. doi: 10.4067/s0034-98872007000300013. Epub 2007 Apr 26.
[Article in Spanish]

Abstract

Gingival enlargement can be an adverse effect of cyclosporine A and nifedipine use. It has a high relapse rate if the drugs are not discontinued. There is a genetic predisposition to the development of this condition and dental biofilm can also play a role. We report a 64 years old male who received a renal allograft and was treated with cyclosporine and nifedipine. He required six surgical interventions for generalized gingival enlargement. After the sixth relapse, the patient was subjected to a periodontal treatment to eliminate the dental biofilm, which decreased the rate of recurrence of gingival enlargement.

Publication types

  • Case Reports
  • English Abstract

MeSH terms

  • Biofilms / drug effects*
  • Biofilms / growth & development
  • Calcium Channel Blockers / adverse effects*
  • Cyclosporine / adverse effects*
  • Gingiva / ultrastructure
  • Gingival Hyperplasia / chemically induced*
  • Humans
  • Immunosuppressive Agents / adverse effects*
  • Male
  • Middle Aged
  • Nifedipine / adverse effects*
  • Recurrence
  • Severity of Illness Index

Substances

  • Calcium Channel Blockers
  • Immunosuppressive Agents
  • Cyclosporine
  • Nifedipine