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Acute Achille Tendon Rupture After Treatment of Levofloxacin for Helicobacter pylori Eradication: A Case Report
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This case report aims to demonstrate a rare occurrence of tendon rupture attributable to levofloxacin use in Helicobacter pylori eradication. On the seventh day of treatment, the patient experienced severe foot pain and difficulty in walking, leading to a diagnosis of Achilles tendon rupture confirmed through magnetic resonance imaging. Levofloxacin-induced tendinopathy and/or rupture are rare complications that are often linked to age and sex. Health-care providers should exercise caution when prescribing fluoroquinolones, especially to at-risk patients, and should inform them about potential side effects.
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