Slimmer’s paralysis: a case report

BIRDEM Medical Journal 2026 Open access

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Authors: Md Rezwanul Haque, Kazi Sumona Sharmin, Asif Mohammad Abdullah, Ahad-Ul-Islam Ahad, Narayan Chandra Kundu
DOI: 10.3329/birdem.v16i1.87670
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Abstract

Isolated common peroneal neuropathy (CPN) is the most common lower extremity mononeuropathy and the third most common mononeuropathy in adults. It is often associated with multiple causes including trauma, hereditary neuropathies and iatrogenic causes. We report a case of acute bilateral foot drop in a young male following a rapid weight loss attributable to tirzepatide therapy. This case highlights the importance of monitoring for neurological side effects in patients receiving novel glucagon like peptide-1 plus gastric inhibitory polypeptide receptor agonist. BIRDEM Med J 2026; 16(1): 40-43

Fields of Study & Subjects

Peripheral Nerve Disorders Peripheral Neuropathies and Disorders Cancer Treatment and Pharmacology

Publication details

Journal / source
BIRDEM Medical Journal
Volume
16
Issue
1
Pages
40–43
Publication date
17 February 2026
Language
EN