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ArticleIJU case reports2026

A Case of Cytokine Release Syndrome (CRS) Related to Treatment With Lenvatinib Plus Pembrolizumab for Metastatic Clear Cell Renal Cell Carcinoma.

Kei Nagase, Hiroaki Kakinoki, Kazuki Nakamura, Yukako Yamaguchi, Shuhei Kusano, Yuka Kakinoki, Maki Kawasaki, Kazuma Udo, Shohei Tobu, Mitsuru Noguchi

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Kei NagaseDepartment of Urology Imari-Arita Kyoritsu Hospital Saga Japan.ORCID https://orcid.org/0000-0002-3103-2043
Hiroaki KakinokiDepartment of Urology, Faculty of Medicine Saga University Saga Japan.ORCID https://orcid.org/0000-0002-9460-8759
Kazuki NakamuraDepartment of Urology, Faculty of Medicine Saga University Saga Japan.
Yukako YamaguchiDepartment of Urology, Faculty of Medicine Saga University Saga Japan.
Shuhei KusanoDepartment of Urology, Faculty of Medicine Saga University Saga Japan.ORCID https://orcid.org/0009-0002-1618-1646
Yuka KakinokiDepartment of Urology, Faculty of Medicine Saga University Saga Japan.ORCID https://orcid.org/0009-0003-5052-0063
Maki KawasakiDepartment of Urology, Faculty of Medicine Saga University Saga Japan.ORCID https://orcid.org/0000-0002-5411-1377
Kazuma UdoDepartment of Urology, Faculty of Medicine Saga University Saga Japan.
Shohei TobuDepartment of Urology, Faculty of Medicine Saga University Saga Japan.ORCID https://orcid.org/0000-0002-8266-6652
Mitsuru NoguchiDepartment of Urology, Faculty of Medicine Saga University Saga Japan.

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Abstract

Introduction: Cytokine release syndrome (CRS) is a systemic inflammatory response triggered by various factors, including infection and immunotherapy. Due to its nonspecific presentation, distinguishing CRS from other life-threatening conditions remains challenging. Case Presentation: A 79-year-old male receiving lenvatinib plus pembrolizumab for metastatic renal cell carcinoma presented with high-grade fever, altered mental status, and respiratory failure on day 4 of treatment. After excluding infectious etiologies and endocrine dysfunction, CRS was suspected and confirmed by elevated interleukin-6 levels. Lenvatinib and pembrolizumab were discontinued, and the patient was treated with tocilizumab and dexamethasone. Clinical improvement was achieved by day 7. Conclusion: CRS should be considered a potential cause of unexplained shock in patients receiving immune checkpoint inhibitors. Early diagnostic consideration is vital for timely intervention.

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cytokine release syndrome (CRS)lenvatinibpembrolizumabrenal cell carcinoma

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