@article{ETD, recid = {3073}, author = {Urdang, Zachary}, title = {Toll-like receptor four and neutrophil contributions to endotoxemia - enhanced aminoglycoside ototoxicity}, publisher = {Oregon Health and Science University}, school = {Ph.D.}, address = {2018}, number = {ETD}, abstract = {Drug-Induced Ototoxicity is a widespread global problem occurring as a side effect of otherwise effective therapies for conditions such as bacterial sepsis (aminoglycosides) and cancers (platinum-based chemotherapy). It is becoming clear that having the conditions requiring these drugs itself puts the patient at increased risk for acquiring life-long hearing loss. This apparent clinical paradox places the provider in difficult position where treating the life-threatening condition will most likely result in poor hearing outcomes. Since these ototoxic therapies are both life-saving and economically viable, understanding the mechanisms of hearing loss and developing effective strategies to preserve hearing during treatment for life-threatening illness has the potential to greatly enhance the quality of life in vulnerable patient populations.}, url = {http://digitalcollections.ohsu.edu/record/3073}, doi = {https://doi.org/10.6083/M4N29WH9}, }